7 Key Parts (7 Ts) of The Massive Hemorrhage Protocol
Overview
The massive hemorrhage protocol (MHP) is a clinical pathway that brings together the right patient, right team, and right interventions at the right time points. MHP has been shown to improve patient outcomes and must incorporate the best available evidence and practices. The components of MHP are best summarized in terms of 7 Ts: trigger, team, tranexamic acid, testing, transfusion, temperature, and termination.
Top Questions
- 1. What is the Trigger Plan in an MHP?
- 2. What should be the structure of an MHP Team?
- 3. What is the role of Tranexamic Acid in managing MHP?
- 4. Why should the patient be Tested Hourly during an MHP?
- 5. What does the principle of 'Transfuse to Target' mean during an MHP?
- 6. What is the role of Temperature in managing an MHP?
- 7. What is meant by 'Terminate The Code' during an MHP?
- 8. References
- 9. The Massive Hemorrhage Protocol Quiz
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