Blood Transfusions

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  • Skill Level beginner Level
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In an acute hospital setting, the transfusion of blood components and blood products is an integral part of everyday life. The blood safety and quality regulations 2005 became part of British law after a European directive concerning blood transfusions. It became a legal requirement that every unit of a blood product issued for transfusion has to be fully traceable from donor to receipt.

The aim of this course is to greater increase your knowledge of Blood Transfusions and understand the process.

The key points covered in this course are:

  • Blood groups
  • The process of transfusions
  • Preparation of medication
  • Types of reactions
  • Equipment required for transfusions
  • On completion of this course, learners should know and understand the following:
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  • Understand the importance of maintaining quality and safety of blood products
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  • Understand the importance of multi-disciplinary collaboration
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  • Be familiar with Blood Safety and Quality Regulations 2005
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  • Know the safe transfusion practice in line with current legislation
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  • Understand the anatomy and physiology of blood products
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  • Understand the full cycle from blood donation to transfusion
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  • Know the standard safety checks when handling blood products
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  • Be able to identify and manage adverse clinical incidents that relate to blood transfusions
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