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Mar 2021
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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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