AJCP CME: Prophylactic half-dose platelet transfusion effect on thrombocytopenia, transfusion, and bleeding occurrence in pat

Course overview

Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to: List potential adverse pathophysiological effects of platelet transfusions, and describe processing modifications that can be used to reduce risks to the patient requiring platelet transfusions. Compare the bleeding and transfusion reaction risks associated with administering half-dose platelet transfusions with full-dose transfusions. Discuss factors that affect laboratory use of blood products, including supply chain challenges, cost of products, and product safety.