Approximately 30 Minutes into the Transfusion of This Blood Product,the

question 15

Multiple Choice

Approximately 30 minutes into the transfusion of this blood product,the patient becomes short of breath with wheezing,low BP,and hives.Which medication must be administered to the patient immediately?

• A) 500 mL 0.9 NS IV fluid bolus
• B) Epinephrine 0.4 mg IM
• C) Diphenhydramine 50 mg IV
• D) Methylprednisolone 40 mg IV

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