Blood Transfusion Safety Check
Complete before each transfusion.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Per transfusion
- Estimated Time: 10-15 minutes
- Role: Nurse
- Total Items: 29
- Compliance: AABB, Joint Commission
Verification
Verify blood product.
- Two-person verification completed?
- Patient ID matches blood product?
- Blood type/Rh verified?
- Expiration date checked?
Patient Assessment
Assess patient.
- Consent obtained?
- Baseline vitals documented?
- IV access patent?
Pre-Assessment Information
Initial assessment documentation and patient/facility identification
- Assessor Name / Credentials
- Assessment Date
- Department / Unit
- Assessment Type (Routine/Annual/Complaint)
- Previous assessment findings reviewed?
Infection Prevention & Control
Verify infection control practices per CDC and Joint Commission standards
- Hand hygiene compliance observed?
- Appropriate PPE available and properly used?
- Isolation precautions properly implemented?
- Sharps containers available and not overfilled?
- High-touch surfaces properly disinfected?
Patient Safety & Identification
Verify patient safety protocols and identification procedures
- Two patient identifiers used before procedures?
- Fall risk assessment completed?
- Call light within patient reach?
- Bed in lowest position with brakes locked?
Medication Safety & Management
Verify medication handling and administration practices
- Medications stored securely and at proper temperature?
- Controlled substances properly secured and counted?
- No expired medications in stock?
- High-alert medications properly labeled?
Environment of Care & Safety
Verify facility environment meets safety standards
- Fire exits clear and unobstructed?
- Emergency equipment functional and accessible?
- Spill kits available and stocked?
- Electrical cords and outlets in safe condition?
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Why Use This Blood Transfusion Safety Check?
This blood transfusion safety check helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for nurse professionals, this checklist covers 29 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: per transfusion.
Ensures compliance with AABB, Joint Commission. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Blood Transfusion Safety Check cover?
This checklist covers 29 inspection items across 7 sections: Verification, Patient Assessment, Pre-Assessment Information, Infection Prevention & Control, Patient Safety & Identification, Medication Safety & Management, Environment of Care & Safety. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per transfusion. Each completion takes approximately 10-15 minutes.
Who should use this Blood Transfusion Safety Check?
This checklist is designed for Nurse professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.