Question # 35

A nurse is preparing to administer a unit of packed red blood cells. Which step is most critical before beginning the transfusion?

Options:

A.

Verify the client’s identity with another licensed nurse

B.

Prime the tubing with dextrose 5% in water

C.

Warm the blood in a microwave before administration

D.

Administer the blood within 6 hours of removal from the blood bank

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