Blood Transfusion Safety Checklist
FREE blood transfusion safety checklist with AABB and Joint Commission compliance. Covers patient identification, blood verification, monitoring, and adverse reaction response. Multi-market standards for US AABB, UK SHOT/NHS, India NACO, Brazil ANVISA, Mexico CNTS, and Colombia regulations. Download FREE PDF with 45+ safety points.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Each Transfusion
- Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
- Role: Operations Manager
- Total Items: 33
- Compliance: AABB Standards, Joint Commission NPSG, FDA 21 CFR 606, UK SHOT Guidelines, UK NHS Blood Safety
Pre-Transfusion Verification
Verification before starting transfusion.
- Physician order verified?
- Informed consent obtained?
- Type and screen/crossmatch completed?
- Baseline vital signs obtained?
- Adequate IV access established?
- Transfusion history reviewed?
Blood Product Verification
Two-person verification at bedside.
- Two qualified persons verifying?
- Patient ID band matches blood unit?
- Blood type compatible?
- Unit number matches order/tag?
- Expiration date acceptable?
- Bag intact, no clots or discoloration?
- Patient stated own name (if able)?
Transfusion Administration
Safe administration procedures.
- Blood administration set with filter used?
- Normal saline used (no other IV fluids)?
- Transfusion start time documented?
- Started slowly (first 15 min)?
- Nurse stayed with patient first 15 min?
- Infusion rate appropriate for patient?
Monitoring During Transfusion
Ongoing patient monitoring.
- Vital signs at 15 minutes?
- Vital signs at 30 minutes?
- Vital signs at completion?
- Patient monitored for reaction signs?
- Patient reports no adverse symptoms?
- Completed within 4 hours?
Post-Transfusion
Documentation and follow-up.
- Volume transfused documented?
- Blood bag properly disposed?
- Any transfusion reaction?
- Reaction reported to blood bank (if occurred)?
Infection Prevention & Control
Infection control per CDC/Joint Commission
- Hand hygiene compliance observed?
- Isolation precautions followed correctly?
- Sharps containers not overfilled?
- Appropriate PPE available and used?
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Why Use This Blood Transfusion Safety Checklist?
This blood transfusion safety checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for operations manager professionals, this checklist covers 33 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: each transfusion.
Ensures compliance with AABB Standards, Joint Commission NPSG, FDA 21 CFR 606, UK SHOT Guidelines, UK NHS Blood Safety, India NACO Guidelines, Brazil ANVISA RDC 34, Mexico NOM-253-SSA1, Colombia Decreto 1571/1993. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Blood Transfusion Safety Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 33 inspection items across 6 sections: Pre-Transfusion Verification, Blood Product Verification, Transfusion Administration, Monitoring During Transfusion, Post-Transfusion, Infection Prevention & Control. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed each transfusion. Each completion takes approximately 15-20 minutes.
Who should use this Blood Transfusion Safety Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Operations Manager 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.