A Patient Is Being Started on a Blood Transfusion

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient is being started on a blood transfusion.For how many minutes should the nurse stay with the patient during this transfusion?

• A) 5
• B) 10
• C) 15
• D) 20

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Definitions:

Vocal Cords

The folds of mucous membrane in the larynx that vibrate to produce sound and speech.

Spasmodic

Relating to or affected by spasms, sudden involuntary muscle contractions that can be painful or uncomfortable.

Posterior Thigh

Refers to the back part of the thigh, encompassing muscles such as the hamstrings.

Biceps Femoris

A muscle of the posterior thigh that is part of the hamstrings, involved in knee flexion and thigh extension.