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CNOR Operating Room Nursing

Category - Management

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What is purpose of using the cell saver during a surgical procedure?
  1. To restore tissue destruction from electrocautery.
  2. To wash the patient’s blood and return red blood cells for autotransfusion.
  3. To promote white blood cell proliferation to reduce the risk of infection.
  4. To filter collected fluid and drainage to return to the patient to improve volume.
Explanation
Answer: B-The cell saver works to wash the patient’s blood and return red blood cells for autotransfusion. If a patient needs more blood during surgery, suctioned blood and fluids can be washed in the cell saver and returned to the patient. This type of system is useful for surgical procedures where an extensive amount of blood is needed or if the patient does not want to use donor transfusions.
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