Blood Transfusions Course

Description

OVERVIEW

Understanding Blood Transfusions Course Online Training Overview

This Understanding Blood Transfusions online course will provide an introduction to blood transfusions for those not directly involved in blood sampling or the decision to administer blood transfusions.

Duration: 1 Hour     CPD Points: 1

Course Update:
This course was last updated on 9th September 2023

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What You will learn?

Understanding Blood Transfusions Course Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, the learner will be able to:
• Name each blood group and explain why it is important that patients get the correct blood group during a blood transfusion.
• Describe how the blood group is determined.
• Explain the clinical necessity for blood transfusions
• Explain the benefits and risks of blood transfusions
• List types of blood products and describe their purpose
• Give alternatives treatments to blood transfusions
• Explain the process of blood sampling, blood bag storage procedures, and administration.
• Describe common patient concerns
• Know why patient consent for blood transfusions is important and why patients may refuse treatment

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited Understanding Blood Transfusions free course certificate.

Lessons

Course Content

Unit 1
Unit 2
Unit 1

• Blood Transfusions – Course Introduction
• Blood Compliation
• Knowledge Check – Blood Components
• Blood Groups
• The ABO System
• The ABO System – Antibodies
• The Rd Blood Group
• Knowledge Check – Blood Groups

Unit 2

• Deciding to Transfuse – Alternatives
• Risks of Transfusion
• Knowledge Check – Risks of Transfusions
• Blood Sampling
• Blood Collection from Storage
• Blood Transfusion Pre- Administration
• Knowledge Check – Bloof Transfusion Benefits
• Patient Monitoring
• Blood Donations

On successful completion of the quiz, you will be awarded a CPD accredited Blood Transfusions Course free course certificate.

Who is this for?

Who is this Understanding Blood Transfusions training course for?

This online course has been written at an introductory level 1 for all levels that fit the criteria to take training as part of their role. This includes

• Refresher training
• Inductions
• Awareness
• Knowledge enhancement

It is suitable for the following:

• Health Care workers including Nurses, Doctors, Ambulance services, clinical and non-clinical workers
• Social Care Workers including Councils, Carers and Care assistants
• Youth workers including activity leaders, passenger transport services and volunteers

Blood Transfusions FAQ

Blood Transfusions Frequently Asked Questions

When will I receive my blood transfusions course?

Your course is instantly allocated to you upon completion of your purchase.

Is the blood transfusions course CPD accredited?

Yes, the blood transfusions course has been assessed and awarded a CPD accreditation by the CPD standards office.

Do I receive a blood transfusions certificate

Upon successful completion of the quiz at the end of the course, you will be instantly awarded a CPD accredited fire safety awareness course certificate to download or print at home for free. We also have an option for you to request a hard copy of the certificate sent to your home or work address.

Can I retake the blood transfusions course to improve my grade?

Yes, the blood transfusions course comes complete with unlimited exam retakes

Is this blood transfusions course ideal for refresher training, induction or to improve your knowledge?

Yes, the blood transfusions course will aid refresher training. It will give evidence of an understanding for staff induction. It will evidence awareness and improve your knowledge aiding your current skillset. A certificate is awarded upon completion.

Can I purchase this blood transfusions course for other persons than myself?

We offer a complimentary learner management system to view the learner’s course progress, view quiz results and certification. We also offer a dedicated compliance matrix to aid with audits and inspections.