The heatlthcare provider prescribes a unit of packed red blood cells for a pediatric client. Which intravenous fluid should the nurse hang during the blood transfusion? A) D₅W B) D₅LR C) D₅ 1/4NS D) NS

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Normal Saline (NS) is the only intravenous fluid compatible with blood transfusions, as it does not cause hemolysis of red blood cells.

The Heatlthcare Provider Prescribes a Unit of Packed Red Blood