A nurse is preparing to hang a blood transfusion. Which action is most important?
a. Documenting the transfusion
b. Placing the client on NPO status
c. Placing the client in isolation
d. Putting on a pair of gloves
ANS: D
To prevent bloodborne illness, the nurse should don a pair of gloves prior to hanging the blood. Documentation is important but not the priority at this point. NPO status and isolation are not needed.
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