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Acute Mechanical Circulatory Support in Cardiac Failure 2016 Saturday, September 10, 2016, Eric P. Newman Education Center Washington University Medical Center Course Chair Amino Itch, MD, PhD Course

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1. Start by familiarizing yourself with the specific device being used for the acute mechanical circulatory support.
2. Ensure that you have all the necessary equipment and supplies available.
3. Position the patient appropriately, with the head of the bed elevated if possible.
4. Administer local anesthesia to the insertion site, if required.
5. Prepare the insertion site by cleaning it thoroughly with an antiseptic solution.
6. Drape the patient to maintain a sterile field.
7. Make a small incision at the designated insertion site.
8. Carefully insert the cannula or device into the appropriate blood vessel, ensuring proper placement.
9. Monitor the patient closely during the insertion process for any signs of complications.
10. Secure the cannula or device in place using sutures or other appropriate methods.
11. Connect the cannula or device to the appropriate tubing and power source.
12. Confirm proper functioning of the support system and adjust settings as needed.
13. Monitor the patient continuously for any changes in vital signs or device performance.
14. Provide necessary medications and therapies as prescribed by the healthcare team.
15. Regularly assess the insertion site for infection or other complications.
16. Document all procedures, observations, and interventions accurately in the patient's medical record.
17. Ensure appropriate follow-up care and monitoring after the acute mechanical circulatory support is initiated.
18. Adhere to all safety protocols and infection control measures throughout the process.

Who needs acute mechanical circulatory support?

1. Individuals with severe heart failure who are not responding to conventional treatment methods.
2. Patients awaiting heart transplant who are experiencing hemodynamic instability.
3. Those with cardiogenic shock or acute decompensated heart failure.
4. Individuals undergoing high-risk cardiac procedures or surgeries.
5. Patients with cardiomyopathy or other structural heart diseases.
6. Individuals with certain congenital heart defects or complications.
7. Those experiencing acute myocardial infarction or myocarditis.
8. Patients with severe myocardial stunning or refractory cardiac arrest.
9. Individuals with certain types of cardiomyopathies or advanced heart failure.
10. Candidates for bridge-to-transplantation or bridge-to-recovery therapies.

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What is acute mechanical circulatory support?

Acute mechanical circulatory support refers to the use of temporary devices to assist the heart in pumping blood.

Who is required to file acute mechanical circulatory support?

Healthcare providers and hospitals are required to file acute mechanical circulatory support.

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To fill out acute mechanical circulatory support, healthcare providers can use specific forms provided by regulatory authorities.

What is the purpose of acute mechanical circulatory support?

The purpose of acute mechanical circulatory support is to temporary assist the heart in maintaining blood circulation in critically ill patients.

What information must be reported on acute mechanical circulatory support?

Information such as patient demographics, device used, duration of support, and outcomes must be reported on acute mechanical circulatory support.