Preparation for Blood Transfusion

Very Easy Pharmacological And Parenteral Therapies Blood And Blood Products

A patient is scheduled to receive a blood transfusion due to severe anemia. As the nurse, it is crucial to ensure the patient is adequately prepared for this procedure. Which of the following steps is most important to take before starting the transfusion?

Confirm the intravenous (IV) access is patent.

Administer a prophylactic dose of antibiotics.

Have the patient sign a consent form.

Check the blood type with the patient.

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