LVAD Flashcards by gloria torres

Q

What is LVAD used for?

A

Bridge to recovery
Bridge to transplant
Destination therapy

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What are complications for LVAD?

A

hemorrhage
clotting
infx
GI bleeding
Power malfunction

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What are complications for LVAD?

A

hemorrhage
blotting
infx
GI bleeding
Power malfunction

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Q

what should LVAD pt AVOID?

A

Swimming
contact sport
Pregnancy
MRI

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