Posted: January 11th, 2018

Transfusion of packed RBC : 3 shocking side effects that may occur

Nurse Jay is caring for a client with an ongoing transfusion of packed RBC when suddenly the client is having difficulty of breathing, skin is flushed and having chills. Which action should nurse Jay take first?

A. Administer oxygen.
B. Place the client on droplight.
C. Check the client’s temperature.
D. Stop the transfusion.