A patient complains of chills, back pain, and shortness of breath a few minutes after the blood infusion is started. The first thing the nurse should do is:
A) slow down the blood infusion.
B) stop the blood infusion and start the saline.
C) monitor vital signs and call the physician.
D) start low-flow oxygen as per facility protocol.

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If a transfusion reaction occurs, such as chills, back pain, and shortness of breath or itching, the nurse should stop the infusion and start the saline to keep the line open.

A Patient Complains of Chills, Back Pain, and Shortness of Breath