Timing | Activity |
Pretransfusion activities | Home site assessment |
Collection and labeling of pretransfusion specimens |
Coordination with the local blood provider |
Review of indications and dosing |
Modifications (eg, leukoreduction, pathogen inactivation) |
Administration of the transfusion | Transport and storage |
Patient identification and two-person bedside clerical check |
Supplies and equipment (eg, tubing, infusion solution), infusion rate, and monitoring |
Disposal of tubing and needles |
Management of complications | Management of complications |
Transport to the hospital |
Ongoing activities | Review of SOP and companion documents |
Validation and training |
Approval by medical and administrative leadership |