A patient states they do not want a blood transfusion due to religious beliefs. The care team should:
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A
Proceed with the transfusion if the physician orders it
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B
Notify the ethics committee and administer the transfusion once approved
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C
Document the refusal, respect the patient's wishes, and notify the nurse and physician
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D
Place the patient in a private room and re-approach the topic later