Code Red

Question 1

When must a trauma team leader declare a code red?

Answer 1

Systolic of below 90, poor response to initial fluid resus or suspected active haemorrhage

Question 2

What is contained in a code red Pack A?

Answer 2

4 units RBC and 4 units of FFP

Question 3

What is contained in a code red Pack B?

Answer 3

6 units RBC, 6 units FFP, 2 cryoprecipitate, 1 pool platelets

Question 4

When would you request or use a pack B?

Answer 4

If the patient is still bleeding

Question 5

What blood type do you use for a female patient?

Answer 5

O neg

Question 6

What type of blood do you use for a male patient?

Answer 6

O positive