Author Question: An older patient is prescribed a blood transfusion of two units packed red blood cells. What should ... (Read 96 times)

lilldybug07 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

An older patient is prescribed a blood transfusion of two units packed red blood cells. What should the nurse do when providing the blood to this patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. Premedicate with an antihistamine.
2. Administer each unit over 2 to 4 hours.
3. Provide a diuretic between the two units as prescribed.
4. Carefully assess the intravenous access site for infiltration.
5. Monitor vital signs and urine output during the transfusion.

Question 2

What will the nurse most likely assess in an older patient with a vitamin B12 deficiency? Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. Ataxia
2. Imbalanced walking
3. Nausea and vomiting
4. Cognitive impairment
5. Peripheral neuropathy

cassie_ragen · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2,3,4,5
Rationale: An antihistamine is not routine provided to an older patient prior to administering a blood transfusion.

Answer to Question 2

1,2,4,5
Rationale: The signs and symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency include neurologic changes such as ataxia.