Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

17. The Blood

Introduction To Blood

Anatomy & Physiology

17. The Blood

Introduction To Blood

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Multiple Choice

When a client is to receive a unit of packed red blood cells, what is the nurse's first action?

Administer the blood transfusion immediately.

Monitor the client's vital signs continuously.

Verify the client's blood type and crossmatch results.

Ensure the client has an intravenous line in place.

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Understand the importance of blood transfusion safety: Before administering a blood transfusion, it is crucial to ensure compatibility between the donor's and recipient's blood types to prevent adverse reactions.

Identify the key steps in the blood transfusion process: These include verifying the client's blood type, crossmatching results, ensuring an intravenous line is in place, and monitoring vital signs.

Prioritize the actions based on safety protocols: The first action should be to verify the client's blood type and crossmatch results to ensure compatibility and prevent transfusion reactions.

Explain the rationale: Verifying blood type and crossmatch results is essential to confirm that the blood product is safe for the client, reducing the risk of hemolytic reactions.

Prepare for subsequent steps: Once compatibility is confirmed, ensure the client has an intravenous line in place and monitor vital signs during the transfusion to detect any immediate adverse reactions.