P‐PB‐11 | Implementation of a Computerized Physician Order Entry Alert for Double Dose Red Cell Orders.

  • Published In: Transfusion, 2023, v. 63, n. S5. P. 227A 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Triulzi, D.; Jones, J.; Wisniewski, M.; Waters, J. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the implementation of computerized physician order entry (CPOE) alerts to reduce double dose red cell transfusions in hospitalized patients, despite prior recommendations advocating for single dose transfusions. The study, conducted in a large healthcare system, found that after the alert system was introduced, 21% of alerts resulted in a switch to single dose orders or cancellations. However, 60% of double dose transfusions were deemed inappropriate, with common reasons including postoperative anemia and anemia of unclear causes. The findings suggest that while the alerts effectively reduced double dose orders, further evaluation is needed to improve transfusion practices. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Transfusion. 2023/10, Vol. 63, Issue S5, p227A
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0041-1132
  • DOI:10.1111/trf.299_17554
  • Accession Number:191023609
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