A patient who requires an immediate transfusion of blood has previously signed a consent form to receive it. The nurse confirms that the consent was signed within the last:
A) 8 hours.
B) 12 hours.
C) 24 hours.
D) 48 to 72 hours.

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A consent to receive blood must be signed by the patient, usually no more than 48 to 72 hours before receiving the blood product.

A Patient Who Requires an Immediate Transfusion of Blood Has