The nurse is assisting with the preparation of a blood transfusion for a patient. Which type of fluid should the nurse select to transfuse with the blood?
a. 0.9% normal saline
b. Dextrose 5% and water
c. Dextrose 5% and 0.9% normal saline
d. Dextrolse 5% and 0.45% normal saline
ANS: A
Only normal saline solution is compatible with a blood transfusion. B. C. D Solutions that contain dextrose can cause red cells to lyse.
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