The nurse is administering packed red blood cells to a child with sickle cell disease.The nurse knows that a transfusion reaction is most likely to occur:

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Transfusion reactions are most likely to occur within the first 20 minutes of administration of the transfusion. It is important for the nurse to closely monitor the child for any signs of a reaction during this time.

The Nurse Is Administering Packed Red Blood Cells to a Child