A nurse is preparing to administer a blood transfusion to a client. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Prime the tubing with 0.9% sodium chloride: Blood products must be administered with 0.9% sodium chloride to prevent hemolysis. Priming the tubing with saline ensures compatibility and maintains patency, allowing safe and effective transfusion without compromising the integrity of red blood cells. B. Attach a single-line administration set: Blood transfusions require a specialized Y-type or filtered tubing to reduce the risk of clots, debris, and air embolism. Using a single-line set without a filter could allow microaggregates to enter the circulation. C. Use tubing that does not have a filter in the drip chamber: A filter is essential for removing clots, debris, and cellular aggregates from the blood product. Administering blood without a filter increases the risk of complications such as emboli and febrile reactions. D. Use an IV catheter that is at least 24-gauge: A 24-gauge catheter is too small for safe transfusion of blood products. A larger-bore catheter, typically 18–20 gauge, is recommended to allow adequate flow and prevent hemolysis or catheter rupture during transfusion.