Session Information
AABB Audioconference Series 2011
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Identifying and Reporting Adverse Reactions to CDC Hemovigilance Module
Track
:
Technical/Clinical
Program Code:
114683
Date:
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Time:
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
EST
DIRECTOR
:
Barbee Whitaker, PhD, Director, Research and AABB Center for Patient Safety, AABB
SPEAKER
:
Kathleen Puca, MD, MT(ASCP)SBB, Medical Director, BloodCenter of Wisconsin
Description
This session will cover the topic of NHSN Hemovigilance Module adverse reaction case definitions. Utilizing the standardized case definition criteria, the presenter will discuss the more common reactions reported to the community hospital transfusion service. The need for collaborative effort with nursing for recognition and reporting of the reactions will be addressed. Dr. Puca will explain the importance of Hemovigilance for the hospital.
- Discuss how the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network's (NHSN) hemovigilance program is used to track and trend transfusion reactions
- Review the more common transfusion reactions with emphasis on the NHSN's hemovigilance definitions and criteria
- Summarize the advantages of participation in the NHSN's hemovigilance program
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| 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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