Adverse Effects Of Blood Transfusion
Adverse Effects of Blood Transfusion (9809-10)
This course provides the learner a brief overview on the adverse side effects of blood transfusion. This course is designed as a starting point or guideline for technologists specialized in transfusion medicine to learn more about this subject.
Version Date: October 2010
Member Price
$0
Non-Member Price
$110
Additional Details
PEP hours: 12
CPS/ART credits: 0
Level: Basic
Course Type: Express
Start Date: Upon registration
Completion: Up to 52 weeks
Delivery: PDF via email
Prerequisites: None
Textbook: N/A
Equipment: Computer with Internet is required
Learning Outcomes:
- Classify adverse effects of blood transfusions
- Name the frequently occurring adverse effects
- Describe signs and symptoms of common transfusion reactions
- Understand basic etiology of the adverse effects of blood transfusion
- Conduct a thorough laboratory investigation of transfusion reaction screening and appropriate follow-up actions
- State the relative risks of various infectious and non-infectious adverse effects of blood transfusion
- List acute complications of blood transfusion
- Be aware of rare but documented causes of morbidity and mortality following blood transfusion
- Suggest preventive measures taken to minimize future risks
Author/Instructor: Eric Ching, ART, MT(ASCP)SBB
Version Date: October 2010