What Should Be Done in the Transfusion Process When the Patient

question 43

Multiple Choice

What should be done in the transfusion process when the patient temperature spikes from 37.5°C to 38.5°C within 30 minutes of transfusion?

• A) Continue the transfusion.
• B) Stop the transfusion and keep the intravenous line open.
• C) Treat with diphenhydramine (Benadryl).
• D) Affix a leukocyte filter to transfusion line.