The Temperature of a Shipment of Red Blood Cell Units

question 12

Multiple Choice

The temperature of a shipment of red blood cell units that were received from the local blood center was recorded as 8° C. The correct course of action is to:

• A) place the units in inventory because the temperature is acceptable.
• B) quarantine the units until approved by the supervisor.
• C) send the units back to the blood center.
• D) have the units tested for bacterial contamination before release.

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