While receiving a blood transfusion, the client suddenly shouts, "I feel like someone is lowering a heavy weight on my chest. I

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kumpel [21]

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While receiving a blood transfusion, the client suddenly shouts, "I feel like someone is lowering a heavy weight on my chest. I

feel like I’m going to die!" Which actions are priority?

Biology

1 answer:

xz_007 [3.2K] · Answer 1 · 2022-08-24T05:07:45+03:00

Answer:

Stop the transfusion and administer normal saline.

Explanation:

The client is most likely experiencing Haemolytic Transfusion reaction. This reaction occurs when the receivers immune system destroys the red blood cells of the incoming blood. A common symptom is the feeling of impending doom.

The best line of action is to stop the transfusion immediately and administer normal saline.