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Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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On completion of this module the learner will have a comprehensive knowledge of life sciences and evidence based practices in order to deliver the best blood donation and haemovigilance service to individuals.Students are expected to attend and actively engage in class, review recommended reading,attend tutorials, and seminars. This module is open to nurses and health professionals working in the area of haemovigilance. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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1. Describe the pathology and pathophysiology of blood and blood components. 2. Explain the physiological effects of and appropriate responses to acute and chronic blood loss in individuals of all ages. 3. Classify the risks of, and safety strategies applied in blood transfusion medicine. 4. Appraise the procedures prior to a patient having a blood transfusion. 5. Describe the sequence of events that must be followed in blood processing after donation. 6. Discriminate between appropriate and non appropriate use of blood and blood products to individuals of all ages. 7. Evaluate the experiences and supports required for the donor in transfusion medicine. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Haemovigilance and its purpose.. The anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of blood with regard to common disorders seen in haemovigilance and transfusion practice eg haemopoiesis, anaemia management.. Clinical indications for transfusion and management of patients of all ages undergoing transfusion.. Assessment and management of risks associated with transfusion (infection, immunological and iatrogenic).. Process involved in blood donation and the development of blood components for transfusion.. Blood Donation Process - donor selection and management and apheresis donor management.. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 4921, Website, Haemovigilance/Publications., 2008, The Haemovigilance Handbook, National Haemovigilance Office, Available at www.giveblood.ie, 4922, website, 0, Website: http://www.shotuk.org, 4923, website, Irish National Accreditation Board, 0, Minimum Requirements for Blood Bank Compliance with Article 14 (Traceability) and Article 15(Notification of Serious Adverse Reactions and Events) of EU Directive 2002/98/EC., http://www.inab.ie/publications.asp, 4924, website, McClelland, DBL, 2007, Handbook of Transfusion Medicine, 4th Edition, Available at: http://www.transfusionguidelines.org.uk/Index.aspx?, 4925, website, National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery, 0, http://www.ncnm.ie/files/Portfolio%20Guidelines%202nd%20Ed.pdf., | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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