Blood Transfusion
About the course
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of blood transfusions, including their history, medical applications, and ethical considerations. It explores the science behind blood compatibility, the donation process, and transfusion safety. The course also examines the legal and ethical aspects of blood banking and the importance of voluntary donation campaigns in ensuring a sustainable and equitable blood supply.
What will you learn
Fundamentals of Blood Transfusions
- Understand the purpose and types of blood transfusions, including red cell, platelet, plasma, and cryoprecipitate transfusions.
- Learn about the history and evolution of blood transfusion practices.
- Identify common medical conditions that require transfusions, such as anaemia, trauma, and clotting disorders.
The Blood Donation Process and Safety Protocols
- Explore the journey of donated blood, from donor selection to transfusion.
- Understand the rigorous screening and testing procedures that ensure blood safety.
- Learn about blood typing, cross-matching, and the legal regulations governing blood transfusions.
Administering Blood Transfusions in Healthcare Settings
- Gain knowledge of the pre-transfusion process, including documentation and compatibility checks.
- Learn how to monitor patients during transfusions and recognise adverse reactions.
- Understand emergency transfusion protocols, including massive transfusion procedures.
Ethical, Cultural, and Global Perspectives on Blood Transfusion
- Examine the ethical considerations in blood donation, including voluntary vs paid donation systems.
- Understand how religious and cultural beliefs impact blood transfusion acceptance.
- Learn about global challenges in blood supply and strategies to improve equity in access to safe blood.
Course Content
References
References
- World Health Organization. (2023). Global Status Report on Blood Safety and Availability.
- NHS Blood and Transplant. (2023). Guidelines for Blood Donation and Transfusion.
- Landsteiner, K. (1901). On Agglutination Phenomena of Normal Human Bloo
- British Journal of Haematology. (2023). Advances in Blood Transfusion Practices.
- National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). (2023). Blood Transfusion Clinical
- van der Bom, J. G., et al. (2021). The Importance of Blood Components in Clinical Transfusions.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023). Blood Safety Basics.
- Herman, J. L. (2020). Ethics in Blood Banking and Transfusion Practices.
- American Red Cross. (2023). Blood Donation and Compatibility Testing.
- UK Blood Transfusion and Tissue Transplantation Services. (2023). Educational Resources on Transfusion Safety.

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