The Temperature of a Shipment of Red Blood Cell Units

question 26

Multiple Choice

The temperature of a shipment of red blood cell units that was 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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