Bipolar disorder is primarily a biological disorder that occurs in a specific area of the brain and is due to the dysfunction of certain neurotransmitters, or chemical messengers, in the brain. These chemicals may involve neurotransmitters like norepinephrine, serotonin and probably many others.
The blood transfusion will start slowly so healthcare providers can watch for signs of a reaction. Even a small amount of donor blood can cause a reaction. A healthcare provider will stay with you for at least 15 minutes after the transfusion starts. Healthcare providers will check your vital signs at least once every hour. Tell them if you have signs of a reaction, such as pain, nausea, or itching.
Infuse Platelets as Slowly as Medically Necessary. Bacterial contamination of platelet products is a serious risk of transfusion. Common nursing transfusion practice today is to infuse platelet products within an hour from start time. There is no scientific evidence supporting this practice. Nurses have long been advised by Laboratorians and blood bankers to transfuse platelets âas rapidly as toleratedâ by the patient.