Asked by
Destinee Jeanpiere
on Oct 25, 2024
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The patient is receiving blood when he suddenly complains of low back pain and develops diaphoresis and chills.The nurse should: (Select all that apply. )
A) stop the transfusion.
B) start normal saline connected to the Y tubing.
C) notify the physician.
D) start normal saline using new intravenous (IV) tubing.
Normal Saline
A sterile solution of sodium chloride (salt) in water, commonly used as an intravenous fluid to hydrate patients or clean wounds.
Diaphoresis
Excessive sweating, often as a result of illness, physical exertion, or stress.
- Detect and quickly respond to symptoms of transfusion reactions.
- Understand the precautions and legal mandates for blood administration.
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Learning Objectives
- Detect and quickly respond to symptoms of transfusion reactions.
- Understand the precautions and legal mandates for blood administration.