A.
Immediately close the catheter or the catheter lumen (Whichever is most applicable to the situation), or clamp if ruptured.
B.
If a central venous line is involved, monitor the circuit for signs of air entrance and monitor the patient for signs of an air embolism
C.
Estimate blood loss and replace with packed red blood cells (pRBC) if needed.
D.
Strictly monitor the patient for signs of complications or a new bleeding episode.
E.
Consider prophylactic antibiotics.
F.
Document the event and related procedures in the patient's chart.
G.
If applicable, report the incident in the ELSO registry.
This concludes Blood Out of Circuit.