The Nurse Is Preparing to Administer Blood

question 31

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing to administer blood.What solution is most appropriate for the nurse to use when priming the blood administration set?

• A) 0.45 normal saline
• B) 0.9 normal saline
• C) D₅ 0.45 normal saline
• D) Dextrose 5% in water

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