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What is the first action a nurse should take if a blood reaction is suspected during a transfusion?
Stop the transfusion immediately
Why should the nurse not simply turn off the blood and turn on the 0.9% normal saline during a suspected blood reaction?
To prevent infusion of mismatched blood remaining in the Y-tubing
What should the nurse do while observing signs and symptoms and monitoring vital signs during a suspected transfusion reaction?
Monitor vital signs as often as every five minutes
Why is obtaining a urine specimen and sending it to the laboratory important during a suspected transfusion reaction?
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What should the nurse do with the blood container, tubing, attached labels, and transfusion record during a suspected transfusion reaction?
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What should the nurse prepare to administer in case of a suspected blood reaction during a transfusion?
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What is the most effective strategy to prevent acute transfusion reactions?
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Why is it important to observe before, during, and after for transfusion regulation and allergic reactions?
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What is the significance of discarding administration tubing after four hours or after 2 units, or immediately after administering fractionated products?
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Why should two RNs together check the label on the blood product against the patient’s ID number, blood group, and name?
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What action can help in early detection of a transfusion reaction?
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Why is it essential to assess the patient’s history and allergies before a transfusion?
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Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy to prevent acute transfusion reactions?
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What is the significance of two RNs checking the label on the blood product against the patient’s ID number, blood group, and name?
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Why is it important to begin the transfusion slowly?
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What action can help in early detection of a transfusion reaction?
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Why is it essential to assess the patient’s history and allergies before a transfusion?
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What should be done with blood products to ensure proper delivery and prevent cross contamination?
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