part 8

Question 1

Rules for blood transfusions?

Answer 1

• only use 0.9% normal saline
• only transfuse for 4 hours
• do not hang for more than 4 hours
• only use blood tubing with filter

Question 2

What needs to be done before administering blood?

Answer 2

• confirm orders
• confirm consent
• assess labs
• 2 nurses, 2 pt identifiers, 2 blood checks
• explain procedure
• obtain transfusion history, and allergies
• has the pt had a transfusion reaction in the past
• initiate transfusion within 30 minutes of release from blood bank
• assess bag
• take vitals