IABP Flashcards
1
Q
what does an IABP do and why?
A
It helps your heart pump more blood
2
Q
what is the location of an IABP?
A
Below the aortic arch
3
Q
how does the IABP work?
A
inflates during diastole
deflates during ventricular systole
4
Q
how does it help the heart?
A
decreases afterload = heart works less
5
Q
what is the patients goal ?
A
decrease O2 demand increase 02 supply
alleviate chest pain
decrease cardiogenic shock
6
Q
nurse intervention for pt with IABP?
A
HOB 30*
Bed rest
CPR synchronized w. inflation
