A 35-year-old trauma patient with significant blood loss is being prepared for transport. Which of the following blood products is the most appropriate initial choice to address acute hemorrhage and improve oxygen-carrying capacity?
Packed red blood cells (PRBCs) are the most appropriate initial choice for acute hemorrhage as they directly increase the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. Fresh frozen plasma is typically used to correct coagulopathy. Platelets are used to treat thrombocytopenia or platelet dysfunction, and cryoprecipitate is used for specific coagulation factor deficiencies.
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