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NCLEX-RN
Physiological Integrity

Management of Febrile Non-Hemolytic Transfusion Reactions

Hard Pharmacological And Parenteral Therapies Blood And Blood Products

A client in the intensive care unit has been ordered a transfusion of 2 units of packed red blood cells (PRBCs) due to severe anemia following a hematologic disorder. During the administration, the nurse notes that the client's temperature has risen to 101.6°F, and the client reports feeling chills and discomfort. After stopping the transfusion, which medication should the nurse anticipate administering to the client upon collaboration with the healthcare provider?

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