Pre-transfusion Safety Measures

A nurse is reviewing the transfusion procedure for a patient who is about to receive a blood transfusion. The healthcare provider has ordered type-specific blood for this patient who has a history of transfusion reactions. As part of the preparation, the nurse needs to verify certain information and take necessary precautions to ensure patient safety during the transfusion. Which of the following actions should the nurse take before and during the blood transfusion? Select all that apply.