The patient with a hemoglobin level of 4.4 is ordered to receive 5 units packed red blood cells. To avoid circulatory overload, the nurse would take all of the following actions except:

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To avoid circulatory overload, the nurse would administer Furosemide in between units, administer supplemental oxygen and monitor the patient for signs of hypoxia, edema, and fever. However, the nurse would not transfuse the blood quickly because that would contribute to possible circulatory overload.

The Patient with a Hemoglobin Level of 4