MC If you suspect a possible hemolytic reaction, what nursing interventions do you carry out after stopping the blood transfusion?
1) Return the blood bag to the laboratory.
2) Obtain frequent urine specimens.
3) Send a blood specimen to the laboratory for detection of intravascular hemolysis.
4) Start another unit of blood to prevent further hemolysis
A. 1, 2, 3
B. 2, 3, 4
C. 2, 3 only
D. All of the above
A
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