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To determine if chilling is the result of an emerging complication or of infusing cold blood, what action is essential?

  • A. Monitoring the client’s temperature before,during and after the transfusion.
  • B. Documenting the client’s temperature after the transfusion.
  • C. Documenting the temperature of the blood before the transfusion.
  • D. Comparing the client’s temperature with the temperature of the blood.
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A because monitoring the client’s temperature throughout the transfusion helps identify complications.