The nurse is caring for a client with an IV, and will be administering a blood transfusion. The following considerations are appropriate when considering the infusion device:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Peristaltic regulators are appropriate for administration of blood
2. The tubing cassette should be held upright when priming
3. Accurate function of the machine should be verified
4. Systematically check the IV if the device's alarm is going off
5. Place a piggyback administration set above the air detector device
3,4,5
Rationale: Peristaltic regulators are not appropriate for administration of blood because of their squeezing action, which can injure red blood cells
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