HSG Blood Component Transfusion

3 Hours (Approx)

Multiple Choice

HSGElearning053

4.6

92 reviews

Maryjoan Oledibe

Jul 11, 2021

It was quite easy to follow and understand to the end. Well loaded with rare information and very helpful. Though some typographical errors were spotted in few places, eg Standard 4 (definition page), 1.9 (line 7), 1.16 (line 6), 1.20(Freda principles)Standard 8 (course introduction 6th line)Standard 9, 1.2 ( line 4)

Sophie Giddins

Jul 11, 2021

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Lyn Core Brillantes

Jun 25, 2021

This is my first online course and I was glad to see that it is very clear and understandable. Thank you HSG-Elearning, I will surely recommend!

Moses Kyamakya

Jun 25, 2021

Santus-Michael Asolo

Jun 25, 2021

Excellent Training , indeed very helpful

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Jun 25, 2021

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Jun 25, 2021

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Sharon “Ron” Rufus

Jun 25, 2021

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Blood Transfusion is vital to support a variety of clinical procedures and has and continues to save numerous lives every year.

Using blood and blood components is a standard procedure in NHS and private hospitals. Blood transfusion, if used safely and appropriately, will improve the quality of life or be a life-saving treatment for many patients.

This short online course will improve the awareness and competencies of healthcare professionals who administer blood and products in various clinical settings.

Who is this course for?

This course is aimed at all staff throughout the health and social care sector that are trained in blood component transfusion procedures.

Learning Outcomes

• The expected benefits, risks & anticipated outcomes of blood transfusion
• The alternatives to blood transfusion
• The processes to authorise (prescribe) blood components & identify available blood components
• The importance of obtaining & documenting informed consent for blood transfusion
• The importance of patient monitoring, transfusion rates & relevant documentation of episodes
• The common errors & complications of blood transfusion together with the appropriate management
• The process for management of massive blood loss
• The procedure for safe use & disposal of equipment & materials
• How to raise concerns or report incidents regarding the administration of blood components

Course Content

• Legislation
• Haemovigilance
• Blood Cells
• The ABO System
• The RH System
• Antigens and Antibodies
• Blood sampling, Collection and storage
• Transfusion Decisions
• Refusing Transfusions
• Transfusion Checks & Process
• Adverse Reactions & Events