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Bridgette Vigil
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An adult patient admitted with lower gastrointestinal bleeding is prescribed a unit of packed red blood cells.Which gauge needle should be inserted to administer this blood product?

A) 18 gauge
B) 22 gauge
C) 24 gauge
D) 26 gauge

Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Bleeding occurring anywhere along the gastrointestinal tract, from the mouth to the rectum, which can manifest as vomit or stool that is bloody or black.

Packed Red Blood Cells

Red blood cells that have been separated for transfusion, used to treat or prevent symptoms of anemia.

Gauge Needle

A measure of needle thickness, with higher gauge numbers indicating thinner needles commonly used for injections.

  • Identify suitable techniques and considerations for administering various forms of medications (oral, IV, IM, subcutaneous, otic, ophthalmic).
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