Transfusing Wisely - Implementing a Transfusion Quality Improvement Project: An SHM Choosing Wisely Quality Improvement Implementation Module

Rethink transfusion as a high-value therapy, not a reflex. In this SHM Choosing Wisely implementation module, you will prepare to lead a stewardship initiative that applies restrictive, symptom-guided practice, translates landmark evidence, and builds a compelling business case. Implement a practical QI roadmap with smart order sets and decision support, recognize real harms, and leave ready to deliver safer care and sustained savings.

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Expires on Sep 30, 2027

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$0.00

Credit Offered

1 CME Credit

1 Participation Credit

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Learning Objectives
After completing this activity, learners should be able to:

Prepare hospitalists to participate in Quality Improvement (QI) projects related to inpatient transfusion for adults.
Understand transfusion science well enough to advocate for restrictive transfusion practices.
Apply the steps of the “QI Roadmap” to transfusion QI projects.
Describe successful QI transfusion projects and identify key interventions that could improve transfusion practices at their hospital.
Understand that transfusion thresholds should be individualized based on condition and symptoms.
Understand that in most clinical settings, the literature supports 7 g/dL of hemoglobin as a transfusion threshold for most patients (8 for those with active ischemia of brain or heart).
Understand that transfusion QI projects can yield large financial savings and reduce patient harm.
Understand that most successful projects have used order set revisions enhanced with decision support, education, and other methods.

Faculty

Ian Jenkins, MD, SFHM

Faculty Disclosures
The individuals in control of content for this activity have no relevant relationships with ACCME-defined ineligible companies to disclose unless listed here. Any relevant relationships were mitigated prior to the start of this activity.

Accreditation Statement
The Society of Hospital Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CME Credit Statement
The Society of Hospital Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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