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Interventions to Prevent Vasovagal Reactions among Blood Donors

Donating blood is considered safe. Vasovagal reactions, however, occur fairly often and may lead to lower rates of donor retention and morbidity, especially if associated with a fall. Although there are limited data on how best to prevent vasovagal reactions, blood collection centers have implemented several strategies including donor hydration, applied muscle tension, caffeine loading, eating before donations, and post-donation…

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