The nurse is preparing to administer a unit of blood to a patient diagnosed with anemia. After removing the blood from the refrigerator, the nurse should administer the blood within:
A) 1 hour
B) 2 hours
C) 4 hours
D) 6 hours
Ans: C
Feedback: After the blood is removed from the refrigerator, it must be administered within 4 hours. Refrigeration delays the growth of bacteria in the blood. Extended time out of refrigeration increases the risk of contamination and growth of bacteria. The patient could experience fluid overload if the blood is administered too rapidly.
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