Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies Practice Question

Question

The nurse is caring for a client receiving packed red blood cells and is focused on blood transfusion scenario 7. Which nursing action is most appropriate?

Answer choices

1. A. Delay assessment until the next scheduled round if the client is not calling for help.
2. B. Verify identity and product, monitor closely at initiation, and stop infusion if reaction occurs.
3. C. Delegate the clinical assessment and nursing judgment to assistive personnel.
4. D. Document the concern without notifying the appropriate provider or care team member when escalation is needed.

Correct Answer

B. Verify identity and product, monitor closely at initiation, and stop infusion if reaction occurs.

Explanation

The priority action for blood transfusion is to verify identity and product, monitor closely at initiation, and stop infusion if reaction occurs. NCLEX-style prioritization favors safety, assessment, appropriate delegation, timely escalation, and client-centered teaching.

Question details

• Difficulty: medium
• Domain: Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies
• Objective: blood transfusion

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