The nurse has started to infuse the first of two units of packed red blood cells (PRBCs) on her client. What is the nurse's next best action?
A)Delegate to the UAP to take vital signs every 15 minutes for 1 hour.
B)Infuse the blood at a rate of 100 mL/hr. so it will infuse in 4 hours.
C)Infuse an IV solution of lactated Ringer's with the blood.
D)Remain with the client for the first 15 minutes of the infusion.

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Remaining with the client for the first 15 minutes of the blood transfusion is crucial for monitoring for any adverse reactions, which are most likely to occur early in the transfusion process.

The Nurse Has Started to Infuse the First of Two