An adult patient admitted with lower gastrointestinal bleeding is prescribed a unit of packed red blood cells. Which gauge needle should be inserted to administer this blood product?

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An 18 gauge needle is typically used for administering blood products because its larger diameter allows for the efficient flow of blood without causing hemolysis (destruction of red blood cells).

An Adult Patient Admitted with Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding Is Prescribed