Safe Practices for Blood Transfusion Administration

Hard Pharmacological And Parenteral Therapies Blood And Blood Products

A 65-year-old male patient with a history of chronic renal failure is scheduled to receive a blood transfusion following a surgical procedure. As the nurse responsible for the patient’s care, it is critical to ensure the safe administration of blood products. What actions should you implement before, during, and after the infusion of blood products to ensure patient safety and compliance with standards of care?

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Evaluate the patient's vital signs before the transfusion begins.

Ensure that informed consent is obtained for the blood transfusion.

Administer the first 15 minutes of the transfusion slowly and monitor closely.

Confirm blood product type and patient identification with another nurse.

Monitor for any adverse reactions during the transfusion.

Document the transfusion details in the patient's medical record after completion.

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