Accident

Includes	Trauma
Obligatory	If there is significant trauma, in particular penetrating trauma: Refer to a Designated Medical Officer. If the donor is accepted the rationale must be documented.
Discretionary	Eyes. If eyes uninvolved, accept.
See if Relevant	Neurosurgery Tetanus Immunization Transfusion
Additional Information	Blunt chest trauma can result in damage to cardiovascular tissue. An open wound or other source of infection is a risk for tissues becoming contaminated.
Reason for Change	Additional links have been added.

Update Information: This entry was last updated in
TDSG-DD Edition 203, Release 35