Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
The client receiving a unit of PRBCs begins to chill and develops hives. Which action should be the nurseÔÇÖs first response?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Chills/hives suggest a transfusion reaction; stopping the transfusion at the hub (D) prevents further reaction. Assessment (C), Benadryl (B), and notification (A) follow.