ATI RN
ATI N100 Fundamentals Exam Questions
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A nurse is preparing to give a client an infusion of packed red blood cells (PRBCS). The nurse is priming her administration IV tubing, the nurse primes one side of the Y tubing with the blood and the other should be which solution?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: 0.9% NS (normal saline). When administering packed red blood cells (PRBCs), it is crucial to prime the Y tubing with normal saline. This is because PRBCs should not be mixed with dextrose-containing solutions like D5W (
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A) as it can cause hemolysis. 0.3% NS (
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B) and lactated Ringers (
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C) are not compatible with PRBCs and can lead to adverse reactions. Overall, 0.9% NS is the most suitable choice as it is isotonic and compatible with PRBCs, ensuring the safety and efficacy of the infusion.
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