Fifteen Minutes After a Transfusion of Packed RBCs Is Started,a

question 38

Multiple Choice

Fifteen minutes after a transfusion of packed RBCs is started,a patient develops tachycardia and tachypnea,and complains of back pain and feeling warm.What is the nurse's priority action?

• A) Discontinue transfusion,and infuse normal saline.
• B) Administer oxygen therapy at a high flow rate.
• C) Slow the transfusion rate,and reassess the patient in 15 minutes.
• D) Stop the blood,and discard the used bag and tubing in a biohazard container.

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