Practitioners are strongly advised

Practitioners are strongly advised to consult with their legal counsel to establish an
institutional policy on these matters. The policies should be made known, well in advance of
emergency situations, to both the medical staff and the affected patients. A coordinating
team, consisting of a physician, nurse, and administrator, may be helpful in formulating
treatment plans for such patientsThe following suggestions may be helpful when treating patients who have religious
objections to transfusion: