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Methods of reducing the need to transfuse blood during surgery include:

True / False

Intraoperative erythropoietin Correct

An epidural block Incorrect answer selected

Administering tranexamic acid Correct

Isovolaemic haemodilution Incorrect answer selected

"Hypotensive anaesthesia" Correct

Explanation

Intraoperative blood conservation strategies include:

Isovolaemic haemodilution

Hypotensive anaesthesia

Meticulous surgical technique

Central neuraxial blockade

Avoid coagulopathy

Tranexamic acid

Red blood cell salvage

Use of posture

Local anaesthetic with vasoconstrictors

Erythropoietin and haematinic agents need time to be effective.

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