Expected Hemoglobin Increase from PRBC Transfusion

A patient is receiving a blood transfusion after undergoing surgery for a splenic rupture due to trauma. The physician ordered two units of packed red blood cells (PRBCs) to address the patient's significant blood loss. As the nurse, it is important to understand the appropriate guidelines for administering blood products, including its compatibility, monitoring protocols, and expected outcomes. The transfusion reaction is a serious concern, and the nurse must be vigilant. The transfusion of each unit of PRBCs typically raises the hemoglobin level by approximately ___ g/dL for an adult. This patient currently has a hemoglobin of 8 g/dL.