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A nurse is planning to administer packed RBCs to an older adult client who has a low hemoglobin level. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?

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Rationale: The correct answer is A: Infuse the transfusion over 5 hr. This is the correct action because older adults are more susceptible to adverse reactions during blood transfusions. Slow infusion over 5 hours reduces the risk of circulatory overload and other complications.
Choice B is incorrect because dextrose solution is not recommended for blood transfusions.
Choice C is incorrect as a larger gauge IV catheter, typically 18 or 19 gauge, is recommended for transfusing blood products.
Choice D is incorrect as vital signs should be monitored every 15 minutes for the first hour and then every 30 minutes for the remainder of the transfusion, not hourly.

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