The nurse assumes responsibility for a blood transfusion that was initiated 2.5 hours ago. The patient is tolerating the procedure well, and there is roughly 50% of the blood remaining. The best action by the nurse is to

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The standard practice is to complete a blood transfusion within 4 hours to prevent bacterial growth. Since the transfusion has been running for 2.5 hours and only 50% is complete, increasing the rate is necessary to ensure it finishes within the safe time frame.

The Nurse Assumes Responsibility for a Blood Transfusion That Was