What is the best approach to a hemodynamically stable patient that begins to complain of hives and pruritus shortly after starting a blood transfusion? (poll 8109908)

What is the best approach to a hemodynamically stable patient that begins to complain of hives and pruritus shortly after starting a blood transfusion?

A. Continue the transfusion and administer an antihistamine

B. Stop the transfusion and begin diuretic therapy

C. Stop the transfusion, notify the blood bank, and assess respiratory status

D. Treat with epinephrine and corticosteroids, resume transfusion with washed RBCs

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