What is involved in nursing management of the Pt receiving a blood transfusion?

Check the packed cell order and bag according to the 6 rights; ensure IV access via a large bore catheter (e.g.18G in a cubital vein); flush the line to ensure patent; only administer the blood product using an approved giving set (i.e. one that has a filter that will remove any unwanted clots); record baseline VS; continuously monitor patient for first 15 minutes of infusion for any potential anaphylactic reactions; repeat and record vital signs every 15 minutes until the infusion is complete.