2023 June Platelet Transfusion – A Sticky Process.
Donna Berta, RN, BScN
Learning Objectives:
- To understand the role of platelets, the Canadian Blood Services production steps, and the indications for platelet transfusion.
- To define nursing actions to safely administer platelets (tubing & filter, infusion rate, patient monitoring, possible adverse reactions).
Outline
- What do platelets do?
- CBS platelet production and implications
- Indications/transfusion guidelines, dose & details
- Transfusing platelets
- Platelet transfusion reaction