When the child receiving a transfusion complains of back pain and itching, the nurse's initial action would be to:
a. Notify the charge nurse
b. Disconnect IV lines immediately
c. Give Benadryl
d. Clamp off blood, and keep the line open with normal saline
D
If a blood transfusion reaction occurs, the first action is to stop the blood infusion, keep the line open with normal saline, and notify the charge nurse.
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Qualitative research generates _____________ to explain phenomena and processes about which little is known
Fill in the blank with correct word
Given below are some of the steps that a nurse followed while collecting a client's urine
sample from a retention catheter. Which is a correct step? A) Wash the hands and put gloves on both the hands B) Clamp the catheter for 20 minutes before collecting specimen C) Unclamp the catheter just before inserting the needle D) Explain the procedure to the client soon after completion
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