Part 1: Caroline, a nurse, has just received a new patient on her unit who is to receive one unit of RBCs within the next hour.
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A. What nursing actions are necessary before administering blood?
B. Can Caroline delegate the administration of blood to a licensed practical nurse or an unregulated care provider?
Part 2: Mrs. Yoe is on a surgical unit following a total abdominal hysterectomy. She experienced postoperative bleeding and requires blood products; however, because of religious and cultural reasons, she has refused blood products.
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A. What are the key principles in providing care for Mrs. Yoe?
B. How does a health promotion perspective inform your care?
C. What other options are available and how realistic or viable are these options?