Session Information
AABB Audioconference Series 2008
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Managing Massive Transfusion: Clinical and Blood Bank Perspectives
Track
:
TECHNICAL/CLINICAL
Program Code:
084585
Date:
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Time:
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
EST
DIRECTOR
:
Jennifer Rhamy, MBA, MA, MT(ASCP)SBB, HP, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, LABORATORY ACCREDITATION, THE JOINT COMMISSION
MODERATOR
:
Jennifer Rhamy, MBA, MA, MT(ASCP)SBB, HP, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, LABORATORY ACCREDITATION, THE JOINT COMMISSION
SPEAKER
(S):
John R. Hess, MD, Professor of Pathology and Medicine, University of Maryland Medical School
Theresa Nester, MD, Medical Director of Integrated Transfusion Service Labs
Description
This event will review the clinical management and blood administration issues associated with infusing large volumes to a single patient. Topics will include metabolic considerations and coagulopathies include discussion of pharmaceuticals such as Factor VIIa, selection and use of blood components and management of sensitized patients.
- Describe the metabolic changes that occur when a patient receives large volumes of blood.
- Discuss the appropriate selection of blood products for massively transfused patients.
- List coagulation issues associated with massive transfusion.
| CE Category | CE Value |
|---|---|
| California Clinical Laboratory Personnel | 1.5 |
| California Nurse | 1.8 |
| Florida Laboratory Personnel | 1.8 |
| General Attendee | 1.5 |
| Physician | 1.5 |
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