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Code CrimsonSlide2

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After completing this module staff will be able to:

Explain the purpose of the Code CrimsonIdentify departments affected by Code CrimsonIdentify criteria for calling a Code Crimson Discuss patients at an increased risk for active hemorrhage, requiring massive transfusionsDiscuss the various roles and responsibilities of staff involved in Code Crimson

Objectives Slide3

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A process for timely and adequate replacement of blood products

To reduce the incidence of coagulopathy Attempt to prevent exsanguination Decrease turnaround times of receiving blood Prevention of wasting blood products

Purpose of Code Crimson PolicySlide4

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Code crimson applies to any patient requiring a massive transfusion (

defined as more than 10 units PRBC’s in a 24 hour period), in which the volume of blood approaches or exceeds the replacement of the recipients total blood volume.Applies to, but is not limited to: medical/surgical emergencies, surgeries, OB hemorrhage (refer to policy 7400.0208 for OB Hemorrhage Nursing Management), etc. PolicySlide5

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Critical Care

Emergency Department (ED) Operating Room (OR) Labor and Delivery (L & D) Clinical Laboratory Blood Bank

Departments affectedSlide6

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Systolic blood pressure <90 mmHg and/or heart rate > 120 beats/min accompanied by signs and symptoms of shock related to

hypovolemia Signs and symptoms of hypovolemic shock include: tachypnea, tachycardia, decreased blood pressure, narrowed pulse pressure, pale, decreased urine output, mental status changes, and/or delayed capillary refill. Actively HemorrhagingThese patients can deteriorate rapidly. Vital signs may remain relatively stable until 30-40% of circulating blood volume is lost (1500-2000 mls

). (

Copstead

&

Banasik

, 2010).

Criteria to initiate Code CrimsonSlide7

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Blunt or penetrating thoracic and/or abdominal trauma

Hemorrhage may be internal such as seen with liver lacerations, spleen injuries, pelvic fractures, aorta injuries, etc. (Emergency Nurses Association, 2007).Antecedent coagulopathySeen in conditions such as Hemophilia, liver failure with compromised bleed times, idiopathic thrombocytopenia (ITP), coumadin for clot prevention/treatment, etc. With a source of trauma, a vascular surgery, medical cause (ex. Variceal bleeding), or OB hemorrhage massive bleeding can occur.

Any patient presenting with need for 10 or more units of blood within a 24 hour period

Criteria ContinuedSlide8

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Any designated person may contact the hospital operator to overhead page “Code Crimson” for additional resources

Who responds?House SupervisorPhlebotomistMET teamED PhysicianActivation of Code CrimsonSlide9

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Establish 2- large bore IV lines (preferably 18 gauge or larger)

Communicate with Blood BankObtain signature for emergent crossmatch release for uncrossmatched units from physician

Assure blood specimens are collected

Administer blood products as ordered and per policy for Blood and Blood product Administration Policy No, 8720.00035

RN responsibilitiesSlide10

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Monitor vital signs

With rapid transfusion, blood products can infuse in less than 15 mins, document at least a pre-transfusion and post-transfusion set of vital signs for each transfusion.A fluid warmer should be used to prevent hypothermia and

coagulopathy

(

RN must have demonstrated competency on the Level One Rapid Infuser and Hotline Fluid Warmer

).

Notify blood bank to thaw 2 units of FFP for transfusion when ready, and transfuse FFP after 5 units of PRBC’s are given.

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Intervene and treat patient Monitor effectiveness of transfusions Record all intake and output Anticipate multiple lab draws/orders including but not limited to: CBC, type and cross, DIC panel, ionized Calcium, PT/PTT/INRDocument: vital signs based on patient acuity, all blood and fluids infused, urine output, observed reactions and actions taken on the blood transfusion flow sheet, administration of blood and blood components on blood transfusion flow sheet.

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Determine the timing and need for massive transfusion

Establish a central line if peripheral IV access is unobtainableSign emergent crossmatch release for uncrossmatched unitsOrder 5 units of uncrossmatched O-negative blood for transfusion immediately

Order type and cross for 10 units of PRBC’s and transfuse type specific as soon as available (RN and MD responsibility).

Physician ResponsibilitiesSlide13

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Phlebotomist to respond immediately to Code Crimson location

Anticipate drawing blood for type and cross as well as more blood for analysisAnticipate processing uncrossmatched blood for delivery to appropriate location for transfusion immediatelyDeliver blood products via blood cooler every 30 minutes to location of Code Crimson, unless otherwise indicated by physicianAnticipate multiple lab orders

Laboratory responsibilitiesSlide14

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Assist primary nurse and department staff to stabilize patient

Facilitate and assist with transportation of blood and blood products for transfusionAssist with minimizing unnecessary staff present at time of Code CrimsonFacilitate communication with family if necessaryMET team and House Supervisor ResponsibilitiesSlide15

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Copstead

, L. E. & Banasik, J. L. (2010). Pathophysiology (4th Ed.). St. Louis, MO: Saunders ElsevierEmergency Nurses Association (2007). TNCC Trauma nursing core course provider manual (6th Ed.). Des Plaines, IL: Emergency Nurses AssociationNunez, T.C & et. Al. (2006) Creation , implementation, and maturation of a massive transfusion protocol for the

exsanguinating

trauma patient.

The Journal of Trauma: Injury, Infection, and Critical Care,

68(6), 1498-1505

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