The Client States,"I Cannot Receive Blood Transfusions,because It Is Against

question 6

Multiple Choice

The client states,"I cannot receive blood transfusions,because it is against my beliefs.I am concerned about having this surgery." What is the nurse's best response?

• A) "You should allow your health care team to do whatever is needed."
• B) "The blood supply in this country is the safest in the world."
• C) "There really is nothing unacceptable about blood transfusion."
• D) "There are good alternatives to transfusions that we can discuss."

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