Animal blood transfusions:part 2 - performing the procedure

摘要

Part one (VW721.05) of this two-part series explained the VN’s role during preparation of the recipient, including the pre-transfusion compatibility tests that may be performed by the nurse in-house.The transfusion is now ready to begin, and this article will cover how to prepare and administer the blood product - including recipient monitoring and acute adverse transfusion reactions.