Asked by denise olivo on Jul 22, 2024
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The nurse has started to infuse the first of two units of packed red blood cells (prbc) on her patient.What is the nurse's next best action?
A) Delegate to the NAP to take vital signs every 15 minutes for 1 hour.
B) Infuse the blood at a rate of 100 mL/hr so it will infuse in 4 hours.
C) Infuse an IV solution of lactated Ringer's with the blood.
D) Remain with the patient for the first 15 minutes of the infusion.
Packed Red Blood Cells
A preparation of red blood cells separated from plasma, used in transfusions to increase red cell mass.
Infusion Rate
The speed at which a drug or substance is administered intravenously into the bloodstream.
- Comprehend the fundamentals of blood transfusion and identify and address transfusion reactions.
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Cheng Hoong ChongJul 27, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The nurse's next best action is to stay with the patient and assess for a transfusion reaction,which is more likely with the first 50 mL of the blood.The nurse should not delegate the initial vital sign to the NAP.The only compatible IV solution that can infuse with blood is normal saline (0.9% NS).
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the fundamentals of blood transfusion and identify and address transfusion reactions.
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