Which is the priority assessment to be documented prior to administering a blood product to a patient?

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Vital signs and pulse oximetry must be documented before administering a blood product to the patient.This will allow the nurse to compare subsequent findings after the transfusion has started.Peripheral pulses,bowel sounds,and height/weight are not as important as vital signs and pulse oximetry prior to starting a transfusion.

Which Is the Priority Assessment to Be Documented Prior to Administering