Ventricular Assist Devices: What Intensive Care Unit Nurses Need to Know About Postoperative Management
Genevieve O’Shea, RN, BN, CCRN-CSC-CMC
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Learning Objectives
At the completion of this program, you will be able to:
- Discuss the role of ventricular assist devices in the treatment of patients with end-stage heart failure.
- Differentiate between pulsatile and nonpulsatile pumps.
- Recognize the potential complications associated with ventricular assist device implantation.
Continuing Education Information
CE ID:
ACC2312
Total Contact Hours:
1.00
Pharma Hours:
0.50
Synergy Cat:
A
Test Expires:
3/1/2014
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Ventricular Assist Devices: What Intensive Care Unit Nurses Need to Know About Postoperative Management
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