When the Child Receiving a Transfusion Complains of Back Pain

question 25

Multiple Choice

When the child receiving a transfusion complains of back pain and itching,the nurse's initial action would be to:

• A) notify the charge nurse.
• B) disconnect intravenous lines immediately.
• C) give diphenhydramine (Benadryl).
• D) clamp off blood and keep line open with normal saline.

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