When preparing for a transfusion of 2 units of packed red blood ...

[imanialler]

When preparing for a transfusion of 2 units of packed red blood cells for an elderly client, the nurse would anticipate which of the following orders?
 
  A) Administer the packed red blood cells over 1 hour.
  B) Administer the packed red blood cells over 6 to 8 hours.
  C) Administer furosemide 20 mg IVP between units of packed red blood cells.
  D) Administer the packed red blood cells over 30 minutes.

Question 2

The nurse is reviewing the white blood cell count for an older patient. Which white blood cell has the ability for self-recognition, specificity, and memory?
 
  1. Monocytes
  2. Neutrophils
  3. Lymphocytes
  4. Thrombocytes

[Jordin Calloway]

Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale: Monocytes are white blood cells that become large phagocytic cells when stimulated and are active in inflammation.

[imanialler]

TYSM

[jackie]

Great answer, keep it coming