An older patient is prescribed a blood transfusion of two units packed red blood cells. What should the nurse do when providing the blood to this patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Premedicate with an antihistamine.
2. Administer each unit over 2 to 4 hours.
3. Provide a diuretic between the two units as prescribed.
4. Carefully assess the intravenous access site for infiltration.
5. Monitor vital signs and urine output during the transfusion.
2,3,4,5
Rationale: An antihistamine is not routine provided to an older patient prior to administering a blood transfusion.
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