Management of Transfusion Reaction Symptoms

Hard Pharmacological And Parenteral Therapies Blood And Blood Products

A nurse is administering a blood transfusion to a patient with hemolytic anemia. The physician ordered one unit of packed red blood cells (PRBCs). During the transfusion, the nurse observes the patient developing chills, fever, and hypotension. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize in response to these symptoms?

Stop the transfusion and maintain a patent intravenous line with normal saline.

Administer acetaminophen to reduce the fever.

Notify the healthcare provider after the transfusion is complete.

Assess the patient's vital signs and document findings.

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