LVAD Flashcards

1
Q

What is LVAD used for?

A

Bridge to recovery
Bridge to transplant
Destination therapy

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2
Q

What are complications for LVAD?

A

hemorrhage
clotting
infx
GI bleeding
Power malfunction

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3
Q

What are complications for LVAD?

A

hemorrhage
blotting
infx
GI bleeding
Power malfunction

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4
Q

what should LVAD pt AVOID?

A

Swimming
contact sport
Pregnancy
MRI

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