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Nov 2024
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Blood Transfusions

NINJA NERD
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Send us Fan Mail Ninja Nerds! Welcome to the Ninja Nerd Podcast with Zach and Rob! In this episode, we dive into blood transfusions, breaking down the essential components and clinical uses. We will discuss packed red blood cell transfusions (PRBC) for anemia management, platelet transfusions for thrombocytopenia and bleeding risk, and the role of Fresh Froz ... Show More
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