S1 E5 Blood & Blood Transfusions

Blood transfusions save lives — but they’re never as simple as hanging a bag. In this episode of Clinical Adventurer, we break down what every nurse needs to know about transfusions: from how blood components are collected and why they’re used, to the critical safety steps that protect patients. We’ll cover ABO and Rh compatibility, pre-transfusion testing, and monitoring — plus how to spot and manage complications like acute hemolytic reactions before they become deadly. This is practical, no-fluff knowledge to strengthen your transfusion practice at the bedside.