Providing emergency care for patients with ventricular assist devices.
Publication Type | Case Report |
Authors | Henriques V, Sharma R |
Journal | JAAPA |
Volume | 28 |
Issue | 5 |
Pagination | 1-3 |
Date Published | 05/01/2015 |
ISSN | 1547-1896 |
Keywords | Emergency Medical Services, Heart-Assist Devices |
Abstract | Emergency medicine clinicians who care for patients with ventricular assist devices (VADs) must have basic knowledge of the device mechanics, population-specific patient assessment techniques, and specific hospital recommendations for care of these patients. This case report illustrates a systematic approach that can be used in the ED for evaluating patients with VADs. |
DOI | 10.1097/01.JAA.0000464278.21246.14 |
PubMed ID | 25909534 |