Priority Nursing Action Before Blood Transfusion

Hard Pharmacological And Parenteral Therapies Blood And Blood Products

A 68-year-old female patient with a history of chronic kidney disease is admitted for elective knee replacement surgery. Preoperatively, the nurse notes that the patient's hemoglobin level is 8.5 g/dL. The healthcare provider orders a blood transfusion of 2 units of packed red blood cells (PRBCs). Which of the following nursing actions is the priority before administration of the blood transfusion?

Obtain a blood type and crossmatch report.

Assess the patient's vital signs.

Ensure informed consent is signed.

Verify the patient’s allergies.

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