Prehospital blood transfusion coalition core competencies for emergency medical services personnel

Trauma Surgery & Acute Care Open 2026 Open access

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Authors: Jon R. Krohmer, Holly O’Byrne, Randall Schaefer, Eric A. Bank, Joshua Holcomb, William J Bullock, R Hill, Matthew J. Levy
DOI: 10.1136/tsaco-2025-002132
Cited by: 5
References: 17

Abstract

These competencies establish the coalition’s recommendations for comprehensive educational standards and competency requirements for emergency medical services (EMS) personnel authorized to administer blood products in the prehospital environment. This guideline serves as a resource document to ensure that EMS clinicians possess the requisite knowledge, skills, and competencies to safely and effectively perform blood transfusions, recognize and manage complications, and maintain quality standards. Implementation of standardized training programs requires systematic curriculum development in alignment with established educational principles, competency validation, ongoing education, quality improvement measures, and close medical oversight in accordance with established standards and best practices. 1–3

Fields of Study & Subjects

Trauma Hemostasis Coagulopathy Resuscitation Trauma and Emergency Care Studies Blood donation and transfusion practices

Publication details

Journal / source
Trauma Surgery & Acute Care Open
Publisher
BMJ
Volume
11
Issue
1
Pages
e002132–e002132
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN