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A nurse is administering a blood transfusion to a client on the oncology unit. Which clinical manifestation indicates an acute hemolytic reaction to the blood?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Low back pain is a hallmark of acute hemolytic transfusion reaction due to hemolysis and kidney involvement. Fever, urticaria, or neck vein distention suggest other complications.