[Answered]: While monitoring a blood transfusion, the practical…

While monitoring a blood transfusion, the practical nurse assesses the vital signs and notices that the client’s temperature has gone from 37.2 to 38.5 oC. The client is experiencing no other symptoms. What is the most appropriate action for the practical nurse to take? 1. Continue monitoring for other symptoms. 2. Notify the team leader to discontinue the transfusion. 3. Notify the physician immediately. 4. Encourage the client to drink extra fluids.