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Chapter 1

Exploring temporary MCS

Learn the features of the four types of temporary mechanical circulatory support devices, their anatomical placement, indications, and contraindications.
5 Lessons
14m 54s
Exploring temporary MCS intro
30s
Identifying types of mechanical circulatory support
3m 59s
Comparing temporary MCS devices
4m 21s
Determining who needs which device
6m 4s
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Chapter 2

Diving deeper: intra-aortic balloon pump

Treat patients with an IABP using clinical, imaging, and hemodynamic data. Manage bleeding complications and determine when device removal is necessary.
7 Lessons
22m 19s
Diving deeper: intra-aortic balloon pump intro
20s
Describing the function and effects of the IABP
4m 2s
Interpreting the IABP monitor data
6m 27s
Managing the IABP day-to-day
2m 42s
Managing IABP complications
3m 34s
Removing IABP support
5m 14s
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Chapter 3

Diving deeper: Impella®️

Interpret Impella® monitor data, manage the day-to-day care of a patient with an Impella®, and determine when a patient is clinically ready for the removal of the device.
5 Lessons
15m 54s
Diving deeper: Impella®️ intro
21s
Interpreting Impella®️ monitor data
5m 39s
Managing the Impella®️ day-to-day
5m 39s
Removing Impella®️ support
4m 15s
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Chapter 4

Putting it all together

Explore a brief intro to the hemodynamics and unique features of ECMO and TandemHeart® compared to other forms of temporary MCS.
5 Lessons
9m 38s
Putting it all together intro
21s
Comparing TandemHeart®️ and ECMO to other forms of MCS
4m 4s
Individualizing temporary MCS
4m 21s
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Temporary Mechanical Circulatory Support outro
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Lorrel E.B. Toft, MD
Practicing Clinical Cardiologist and Associate Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Nevada, Reno.
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This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of CME Consultants and Medmastery GmbH. CME Consultants is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CME Consultants designates this enduring material activity for a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.