THE HUMAN IMMUNE SYSTEM
TRANSFUSION
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Check that patient has completed and signed transfusion consent
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Assess patient’s need for IV fluids or medications while transfusion is infusing.
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Know indications of reasons for transfusion
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Verify health provider’s order for specific blood product with appropriate date, time to begin transfusion, special instructions, etc
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Detailed explanation-1: -Pretransfusion check. Safe transfusion requires a final patient identity check at the patient bedside before blood administration. This is vital to ensure the right blood is given to the right patient. Two clinicians must independently complete the patient and blood product identification check at the bedside.
Detailed explanation-2: -When a transfusion reaction is suspected, the transfusion should be immediately stopped, and the intravenous line should be kept open using appropriate fluids (usually 0.9% saline). A clerical check should be performed by examining the product bag and confirming the patient’s identification.
Detailed explanation-3: -Your blood will be tested before a transfusion to determine whether your blood type is A, B, AB or O and whether your blood is Rh positive or Rh negative. The donated blood used for your transfusion must be compatible with your blood type.