If you haven't already:
Click Write (ALT+W).
Click Blood Products (ALT+B).
Click Transfuse (ALT+T).
Complete the form
Select a blood product from the Product list. If Other, type the product and click OK (ALT+O).
Order blood factors as medications. See Ordering Medications for instructions.
To order available modifications, select from the Modifier list.
Enter the amount and units:
If needed, change the default units on the amount. The availability of different units depends on the product and modifier selected.
Type the amount.
If appropriate, type a time in the Duration field.
This field is only available (with appropriate units) for applicable products. The duration is pre-filled for some products.
To note the rationale for transfusion, click Reasons (ALT+E). Click an option (or press the corresponding letter). If Other, type the reason. Click OK (ALT+O).
The Reasons button is disabled if an explanation is not required.
Select from the Priority drop-down list (Routine, STAT, Emergency Release, During Dialysis, In AM, Pre-Procedure, or Other).
To request transfusion restrictions:
Click a checkbox or press the letter corresponding to an option to select one or more restrictions from the available list.
Click OK (ALT+O).
Type instructions as needed.
Click OK (ALT+O).
Write additional orders as needed, then sign the session.