You are preparing to administer the first of two units of packed RBCs. Evaluate each of the following statements about the safe administration of blood.
Answer T or F. Discuss why the false statements are incorrect.
1. Prime the correct tubing and filter with normal saline.
2. Verify K.L.'s identification with the secretary in the endoscopy suite.
3. Obtain baseline vital signs before starting the transfusion.
4. Begin the transfusion at a rate of 125ml per hour
5. Take K.L.'s vital signs 30 minutes after starting the transfusion.
6. Complete the transfusion within 6 hours of receiving the unit.
Answer:
1. True.
2. False.
3. True.
4. False.
5. False.
6. False.
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