A patient is requiring a blood transfusion. Prior to initiat…
A patient is requiring a blood transfusion. Prior to initiating the blood transfusion vital signs are obtained and the nurse collects all needed supplies. The tubing and NS are placed at the patients bedside. Along with assessing for a patent IV site and correct size of catheter, reviewing the policy on vital sign obtainment during the transfusion and obtaining the patient consent the nurse is responsible for knowing the patients blood type and that of the donor for compatibility. The patient is AB -neg. Which type of blood can the patient receive?