A nurse is preparing to administer blood transfusions to a patient with severe anemia. Which of the following actions is most appropriate to ensure the safety of the patient during the transfusion?
1
Start the transfusion slowly and stay with the patient for the first 15-30 minutes.
2
Administer a diuretic before starting the transfusion to prevent fluid overload.
3
Infuse the blood rapidly to quickly correct the anemia.
4
Pre-medicate the patient with an antihistamine to prevent allergic reactions.