A nurse is selecting a qualified staff member to double check a blood label with a client ID bracelet prior to infusing a unit of blood. The nurse should identify that which of the following persons is qualified?

Rationale: A. While nursing students may observe or assist in transfusions under direct supervision, they are not fully licensed. Performing an independent verification of blood products is outside their scope of practice because it requires professional judgment and accountability. B. A registered nurse (RN) who is trained in blood transfusion procedures, such as an oncology nurse, is fully qualified to perform the double-check. This includes verifying the blood unit against the client’s ID bracelet, confirming the type and crossmatch, expiration date, and any special requirements. Having two licensed professionals complete this verification reduces the risk of transfusion errors. C. Phlebotomists are trained to collect blood samples but are not authorized to verify or administer blood products. Their scope of practice does not include critical safety checks for transfusions. D. Assistive personnel, such as nursing aides or unlicensed staff, do not have the clinical judgment or legal authority to perform a blood verification. They can assist with non-clinical tasks, but the responsibility for verification remains with licensed nursing staff.