Patients' and health care professionals' perceptions of blood transfusion: a systematic review

Abdul-Aziz, Brittannia; Lorencatto, Fabiana; Stanworth, Simon; Francis, Jill J

doi:10.1111/trf.14404

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“…In order to perform the transfusion procedure, it is essential that the professionals have the necessary knowledge to guide the patients and clarify their doubts regarding the transfusion, reducing the concerns regarding the procedure. 12 In the theoretical perspective of ergology, reflection on the experiences of professionals in the world of work is assumed. 5 Therefore, the production of the knowledge acquired in hemotherapy is also based on the knowledge and experience of the workers in the development of work, in addition to constant questioning about the norms.…”

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“…In order to perform the transfusion procedure, it is important that the professional has the necessary knowledge to guide the patient and clarify doubts regarding the transfusion, reducing concerns regarding the procedure. 12…”

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“…[15][16] The role of nurses with expertise in hemotherapy, although relatively recent in hospitals and blood centers, is evolving with the aim of optimizing the proper use of blood components, reducing procedural risks and improving the transfusion practice in general. [12][13][14] Renormalizations are part of the work of these professionals and are developed as the professional makes use of them for work activities, which are no longer composed only of formal knowledge. It is also noteworthy that the training of a professional occurs during the performance of their work, favoring the creation of differences in the way they are carried out, which differ from the prescribed and the real work.…”

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Renormalization of the Nurses’ Work in Hemotherapy: Between Prescription and Reality

Frantz

Vargas

2021

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Objective: to characterize the work process of nurses in hemotherapy in terms of prescribed procedures, antecedent norms and real work. Method: a qualitative study, carried out from February to December 2017, in a blood center in the North of the country, involving a sample of twenty-two nurses. Methodological triangulation with data collected through semi-structured interviews, institutional documents and protocols, participant observation and notes in a field diary were used. For data treatment and analysis, the resources of the Atlas.ti 8.2.1 software (Qualitative Research and Solutions) and the fundamentals of Historical Dialectical Materialism and Ergology were used. Results: the results showed that nurses work in different activities, recreating work according to the needs of the service. The assistance, educational and managerial work permeates the activities developed and is carried out in accordance with the legislation, seeking to guarantee the donor's health, the quality of the products and transfusion safety. Conclusion: the work situations of these professionals indicate that its uses are present in their daily lives, promoting dynamism between the previous norms and the renormalizations.

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2021

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“…The surveys were distributed online to the public and to HCPs (physicians and nurses). 2,3,10 The questionnaires were originally written in English, but we translated them into Arabic prior to distribution to ensure better understanding by the respondents. The questionnaires were distributed electronically and containing close-ended questions.…”

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Perceptions About Blood Transfusion Therapy Among the General Public and Healthcare Professionals in the Qassim Region of Saudi Arabia

Alsharidah¹,

Alsuhaibani²,

Almansour³

et al. 2021

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Purpose: Blood transfusion is a conventional therapeutic procedure; however, the perceptions of general public and healthcare professionals (HCPs), especially physicians and nurses, remain unclear, although the insights of HSPs may affect the treatment decision. This study aimed to assess the awareness of HCPs and the public about blood transfusion risks and consent in Qassim region of Saudi Arabia, to uncover the factors that may influence such perceptions. Patients and Methods: This study used two different closed questionnaires that were distributed electronically between February and March 2018 among the population and HCPs in Qassim region. Results: A total of 400 general public participants and 135 HCPs completed the survey. Among the surveyed participants, 70% believed that blood transfusion therapy was safe. The perceived risk of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) was the highest among all complications (74%). Furthermore, 88.2% of respondents were willing to accept a blood transfusion as a therapeutic measure, primarily from a first-degree relative, although the remaining 11.8% rejected the idea of a transfusion due to fear of medical error. From the HCP survey, 80% were previously involved in a blood transfusion therapy consent process. HCPs typically reported explaining the benefits, risks, and alternatives described in the consent form (74.1%, 67.4%, and 53.3%, respectively). Conclusion: Our results indicated that despite the current high level of acceptance and knowledge regarding blood transfusions, additional educational efforts remain necessary to increase public awareness of blood transfusion therapy.

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“…Since its first application as an emergency treatment in the mid‐17th century (Marinozzi et al, ), blood transfusion has greatly evolved over the years with concomitant advances in screening and technology aimed at making blood transfusion safe (WHO, ). Nevertheless, its risk as perceived by recipients as well as health workers remain a public health concern (Abdul‐Aziz et al, ). In developing countries, children under 5 years are the most transfused age group, accounting for 65% of all blood transfusions (WHO, ).…”

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Caregivers and community perceptions of blood transfusion for children with severe anaemia in Uganda

Dhabangi

Idro

John

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Transfusion Medicine

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SUMMARY Objective To describe local perceptions of blood transfusion for children with severe anaemia in Uganda. Background Blood transfusion is a common emergency treatment for children with severe anaemia and saves millions of lives of African children. However, the perceptions of transfusion recipients have not been well studied. A better understanding of the perceived risk may improve transfusion care. Methods A qualitative study based on 16 in‐depth interviews of caregivers of transfused children, and six focus group discussions with community members was conducted in three regions of Uganda between October and November 2017. Results Caregivers of children and community members held blood transfusion in high regard and valued it as life‐saving. However, there were widespread perceived transfusion risks, including: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) transmission, too rapid blood infusion and blood incompatibility. Other concerns were: fatality, changes in behaviour, donor blood being ‘too strong’ and use of animal blood. In contrast, recent transfusion, older age, knowledge of HIV screening of blood for transfusion, faith in God and having a critically ill child were associated with less fear about transfusion. Respondents also emphasised challenges to transfusion services access including distance to hospitals, scarcity of blood and health workers' attitudes. Conclusion Perceptions of the community and caregivers of transfused children in Uganda about blood transfusion were complex: transfusion is considered life‐saving but there were strong perceived transfusion risks of HIV transmission and blood incompatibility. Addressing community perceptions and facilitating access to blood transfusion represent important strategies to improve paediatric transfusion care.

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Patients' and health care professionals' perceptions of blood transfusion: a systematic review

Cited by 6 publications

References 49 publications

Renormalization of the Nurses’ Work in Hemotherapy: Between Prescription and Reality

Renormalization of the Nurses’ Work in Hemotherapy: Between Prescription and Reality

Perceptions About Blood Transfusion Therapy Among the General Public and Healthcare Professionals in the Qassim Region of Saudi Arabia

Caregivers and community perceptions of blood transfusion for children with severe anaemia in Uganda

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