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MCQ 9: Jehovah's Witness and Blood TransfusionAn unconscious Jehovah's Witness needs an urgent blood transfusion. There's no advance directive. What should you do?%u2022 Withhold transfusion based on assumed beliefs%u2022 Proceed with the transfusion%u2022 Wait for the patient to regain consciousness%u2022 Seek court order before proceeding%u2022 Ask the family to decideAnswer: BExplanation: Without a written advance directive refusing blood, and in a life-threatening situation, the appropriate action is to proceed with life-saving treatment, including blood transfusion.
