DIRECTOR
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MODERATOR
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Jennifer Rhamy, MBA, MA, MT(ASCP)SBB, HP, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, LABORATORY ACCREDITATION, THE JOINT COMMISSION
SPEAKER
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Dr. Jed Gorlin, M.D., M.B.A., Medical Director, Memorial Blood Centers
Description
Special Patients, Special Donors, Special Products: This audio conference will include a discussion of issues that identify certain patient populations that may require the development of targeted donor recruitment programs. It will also include a discussion of the challenges of donor recruitment for specific populations and special products, such as for sickle cell patients (pediatric and adult), whole blood and for red cell exchange and some strategies designed to meet those challenges.
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Define the term "blood donor buddy."
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Describe the compatibility issues involved in transfusion of blood between ethnic groups.
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List at least two patient populations that may benefit from the recruitment of phenotype specific matched blood donors.
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List two strategies used in the recruitment of phenotype specific blood donors.
CE Category | CE Value |
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California Clinical Laboratory Personnel |
1.5 |
California Nurse |
1.8 |
Florida Laboratory Personnel |
1.8 |
General Attendee |
1.5 |
Physician |
1.5 |
Please note: Continuing education (CE) credit is available for online offerings only. Individuals that purchase CD-ROMs will not receive CE credit for the programs they view.