NUCL 166 – TRANSFUSION SERVICES PART ONE MIDTERM

Blood Bank

The transfusion services subdivision of the lab responsible for ordering, storing, and distributing blood products.

Canadian Blood Services (CBS)

The organization responsible for the collection and distribution of blood products in Canada.

P packed red blood cells (PRBC)

Blood product used for patients with significant blood loss or critically low hemoglobin levels.

Albumin

A protein found in blood serum that helps maintain blood volume and pressure by preventing plasma leakage.

Platelets

Cell fragments in the blood used to promote blood clotting.

Fresh Frozen Plasma (FFP)

A liquid portion of blood, devoid of cells, used to aid in blood clotting.

Cryoprecipitate

Blood component derived from plasma, given to patients with specific clotting disorders.

Correct Patient Identification

The process of accurately labeling a patient's identification prior to a blood transfusion.

Test Selection

Choosing the correct tests on requisition for the appropriate subdivision of the lab.

Nurse Unit Coordinator (NUC)

The role responsible for processing blood transfusion orders and ensuring accuracy.

Kardex

A documentation system used to keep track of lab orders and blood products for patients.

Same Day Transfusion

Transfusions ordered for blood products that must be administered on the same day.

Vital Signs Monitoring

Tracking of a patient's temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure during transfusions.

Type and Screen (T&S)

A test determining a patient's blood type and Rh factor, screening for antibodies.

Crossmatch (X-M)

Testing to ensure compatibility between a patient’s blood and donor blood prior to transfusion.

Homologous Transfusion

Blood transfusion from donors at blood collection clinics.

Autologous Transfusion

Transfusion using a patient's own blood donated prior to a surgical procedure.

72 Hour Outdate

The timeframe after which blood units matched for a patient may be released for other uses.

Transfusion Reaction

Adverse complications occurring during a blood transfusion that require reporting.

Empty Blood Bags Procedure

The process of returning emptied blood containers to the lab after transfusion.

Stat Order

An urgent request for blood products that must be processed immediately.

Quick Spin Order

A request for immediate preparation of blood products for transfusion.

Laboratory Section Kardex Entry

Documentation indicating that a blood product request has been sent to the lab.

IV Therapy Kardex Entry

Documentation noting the administration of blood products to the patient.

Correct Test Recording

The process of accurately recording tests and details on the requisition form.

Clinical Transfusion Reaction Report

Form used to record and report adverse reactions during blood transfusions.

Testing for Antibodies

Screening of a blood specimen to detect any antibodies present.

Temperature Controlled Storage

The regulated environment where blood products are safely stored.

Crossmatch Testing Process

The procedure that includes typing, screening, and matching blood for transfusions.

Blood Specimen Testing

The process of analyzing a patient's blood sample for compatibility and type.

Nurse's Responsibility Post-Transfusion

The nurse's duty to verify and document transfusion completion on the Kardex.

Blood Collection Protocol

Guidelines for the collection and management of blood for transfusion.

Kardex Filing System

A method of organizing and retaining blood product transfusion orders.

Blood Product Administration

The process of giving blood to a patient, monitored for reactions.

ID Label Application

Attaching patient identification to each blood product for safety.

Packed Cell Volume (PCV) Test

A lab test used to evaluate the volume percentage of red blood cells in blood.

Hemoglobin Levels Monitoring

Tracking patient hemoglobin levels for indication of blood product needs.

Temperature Monitoring for Blood Products

Ensuring blood products are stored and transported at appropriate temperatures.

Emergency Blood Transfusion Protocol

Immediate guidelines for blood transfusion during life-threatening situations.

Patient Diagnosis Documentation

Recording the medical diagnosis relevant to the blood transfusion.

Requisition Completion Requirements

Necessary steps for completing a blood product requisition form.

Detailed Patient History Requirement

Including previous blood product administration in the patient’s chart.

Adverse Reaction Management

Actions taken if a patient experiences complications during a transfusion.

Empty Container Policy

Procedure for returning empty blood product bags to the laboratory.

Emergency Nurse Notification

Alerting nursing staff about urgent blood transfusion needs.

Monitoring Post-Transfusion Vital Signs

Required tracking of vital signs after blood has been transfused.

Transfusion Order Protocol

Standard procedures for placing, processing, and overseeing blood transfusion orders.

Patient Centric Blood Donation

The practice of patients donating their own blood for planned medical procedures.

Blood Compatibility Testing

Assessing the compatibility of a patient's blood with donor blood before transfusion.

Lancet and Needle Procedures

Techniques used during the collection of blood samples for testing.

Blood Sample Collection Timing

Determining when to collect blood samples based on urgency and test types.