UTS Nursing 92442: Blood and Blood Products Activity Reflection Report

This report is a comprehensive reflection on a student's learning experience related to blood and blood products, specifically focusing on the recognition and management of transfusion reactions. The student details three key learning objectives derived from the subtopic, including the ability to identify different types of transfusion reactions (immediate, acute, and delayed), understand their clinical manifestations and causes, and manage and report these reactions. The report highlights the importance of minimizing errors, particularly those occurring in clinical areas, and the nurse's role in reporting adverse events. The student also reflects on how this knowledge will be applied in practice, emphasizing the importance of patient assessment, identity verification, and prompt reporting. The report concludes with a discussion of ongoing professional development, highlighting the need for continuous learning through textbooks, journals, and practical experience to enhance skills and stay updated with current best practices in hematology and transfusion medicine. References to relevant literature are provided to support the student's insights.