Mar 2021

25m 39s

102 Transfusions of Blood Products

STEVE CARROLL, DO

About this episode

Join EM physicians Mike Samuels and Dan McCollum as they discuss different blood products that can be transfused.

Why don't we commonly use whole blood?
Who needs to receive packed red blood cells?
Are there any dangers to giving platelets?
When is fresh frozen plasma needed?

Episode 100 discussed potential complications, while this episode will discuss why you should be using these products. Enjoy!

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