A nurse is monitoring a blood transfusion for a client following major surgery. Which guideline should be followed for a blood transfusion procedure?
A) Store and preserve blood in the nursing unit before infusion.
B) Avoid the joint administration of 0.9% saline and blood.
C) Document vital signs during the transfusion.
D) Get one licensed person to identify the unit of blood.

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Blood transfusions require careful monitoring, including the documentation of the patient's vital signs during the transfusion to detect any adverse reactions or complications early.

A Nurse Is Monitoring a Blood Transfusion for a Client