American journal of clinical pathology
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Am. J. Clin. Pathol. · Sep 2016
Massive Transfusion Protocol: Communication Ordering Practice Survey (MTP COPS).
We sought to assess ordering practices and quality of communication during massive transfusion at US level I trauma centers. ⋯ Although CPOE-based MTP ordering is offered by nearly half of US level I trauma centers, verbal/telephone ordering is by far the preferred mechanism. Our survey identifies confusion surrounding blood component needs during MTP resuscitation as an opportunity for practice improvement.