Flashcard 13 - Pharmacological Therapies Flashcard Set for the NCLEX-PN Exam
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Role: Assist with dual verification, obtain baseline vitals, and perform ongoing monitoring after the initial 15 minutes.
Fluid: 0.9% Normal Saline ONLY.
Explanation:
Initiating and spiking blood products is an RN-only scope. Blood must only run with 0.9% Normal Saline because other fluids (dextrose, Lactated Ringer’s) cause cell hemolysis or clotting.
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