Preventing mistransfusions: an evaluation of institutional knowledge and a response. | AHRQ Patient Safety Network

Preventing mistransfusions: an evaluation of institutional knowledge and a response. | AHRQ Patient Safety Network

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• Published September 2017

Preventing mistransfusions: an evaluation of institutional knowledge and a response.

MacDougall N, Dong F, Broussard L, Comunale ME. Anesth Analg. 2018;126:247-251.

Transfusion of incompatible blood products can cause severe patient harm and is considered a never event. Based on findings in this study, researchers suggest that use of a blood product compatibility cognitive aid may improve transfusion safety.

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