Abstract
Blood transfusion therapy plays an important role in the care and management of ill newborns, yet the indications for blood product administration remain controversial. The article reviews basic definitions, indications for blood product transfusion, and risks and difficulties involved in transfusion therapy. Descriptions, indications, ABO/Rh compatibility, shelf life, necessary equipment, dose, rate, and general considerations for various blood product components are included.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 50-59 |
| Number of pages | 10 |
| Journal | Journal of Perinatal and Neonatal Nursing |
| Volume | 12 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Dec 1998 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Blood component therapy
- Blood product administration
- Blood transfusion
- Neonatal
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pediatrics
- Critical Care
- Maternity and Midwifery