Approximately 2 hours into dialysis treatment a patient had significant blood loss from venous needle connection.Facility administrator stated the connection was loose.They placed towels on the floor surrounding the blood and estimated 2-24 inches of blood.Vitals taken at 11:30am were stable and access was visualized.At about 11:45am, patient seemed confused and blood pressure was 70/38.The team was able to secure the line and return the patient's blood.Patient was then sent to the hospital for blood transfusion and observation, subsequently requiring 2nd blood transfusion.Patient returned to regular dialysis treatment on (b)(6) 2022 without complications.Other devices used: nipro surdial dx hemodialysis system, serial# (b)(4), udi: (b)(4).
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