Blood Transfusion Therapy and Nursing Care · NCLEX Exam

What key nurse teaching should be given to a patient about to receive a transfusion?

  1. You may stop the transfusion yourself at any time without telling staff
  2. Report unusual sensations like chills, itching, chest pain, or trouble breathing
  3. There is no need to discuss your previous transfusion history with the team
  4. It is acceptable if the donor blood does not exactly match your blood type
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Correct answer: Report unusual sensations like chills, itching, chest pain, or trouble breathing

Patients must be informed to report early signs of transfusion reaction (e.g., chills, itching, chest pain, dyspnea) so prompt intervention can occur.

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