Fresh-frozen plasma (FFP) has been ordered for a hospital patient. Prior to administration of this blood product, the nurse should prioritize what patient education?
A) Infection risks associated with FFP administration
B) Physiologic functions of plasma
C) Signs and symptoms of a transfusion reaction
D) Strategies for managing transfusion-associated anxiety
Ans: C
Feedback:
Patients should be educated about signs and symptoms of transfusion reactions prior to administration of any blood product. In most cases, this is priority over education relating to infection. Anxiety may be an issue for some patients, but transfusion reactions are a possibility for all patients. Teaching about the functions of plasma is not likely a high priority.
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