A nurse at a blood donation clinic has completed the collection of blood from a woman. The woman states that she feels "lightheaded" and she appears visibly pale. What is the nurse's most appropriate action?
A) Help her into a sitting position with her head lowered below her knees.
B) Administer supplementary oxygen by nasal prongs.
C) Obtain a full set of vital signs.
D) Inform a physician or other primary care provider.
Ans: A
Feedback:
A donor who appears pale or complains of faintness should immediately lie down or sit with the head lowered below the knees. He or she should be observed for another 30 minutes. There is no immediate need for a physician's care. Supplementary oxygen may be beneficial, but may take too much time to facilitate before a syncopal episode. Repositioning must precede assessment of vital signs.
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