When a patient suddenly develops hypotension, chest pain, and dark urine during a transfusion, what reaction is most likely?
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Correct answer: Acute hemolytic transfusion reaction
Hypotension, chest/back pain, and dark urine following transfusion suggest acute hemolysis (destruction of donor RBCs) and requires immediate intervention.
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