Lifeblood in collaboration with three health services has developed free resources for anyone involved in neonatal or paediatric transfusion.

Transfusion consent for neonates: A shared decision

This video shows an example of shared decision-making when a transfusion is being considered for a neonate. In this demonstration, Dr Andrew McPhee is talking with actors who are playing the parents who have decision-making capacity.

Transfusion consent for paediatrics: A shared decision

This video shows an example of shared decision-making when a transfusion is being considered for a paediatric. In this demonstration, Dr Ben Saxon is talking with actors who are playing the parents who have decision-making capacity.

Learning outcomes:

• Explain the benefits and risks of a blood transfusion to parents whose child requires a blood transfusion.
• Present information that is easily understood.
• Ensure that parents understand why transfusion had been recommended and other possible treatment options.
• Ensure that the parents priorities and beliefs are taken into consideration.
• Gather informed consent from parents.

For consumers

• Babies receiving a transfusion: A guide for parents
• Children receiving a transfusion: A guide for parents

For health professionals

• Neonatal blood management and transfusion presentation -  designed to help clinical educators deliver neonatal blood management and safe transfusion lectures incorporated in a clinical staff education program.

Contributors: John Hunter Children's Hospital, Newcastle, The Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, and Women's and Children's Hospital, Adelaide