Intra-aortic balloon pump & catheters webinars
Introduction to IABP Therapy - Cardiosave
This 1.5 hour web seminar is designed for healthcare professionals with a strong understanding of hemodynamics who will be directly responsible for the care of patients requiring IABP therapy. The program is comprised of 3 modular components consisting of theoretical, clinical, and technical considerations for a patient requiring IABP therapy.
Hemodynamics of Intra-aortic Balloon Pump Therapy
The program begins with a brief review of the hemodynamics of counterpulsation, followed by a discussion on the proper placement of the percutaneous intra-aortic balloon catheter. An overview of the technical aspects of the intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) will also be presented.
Intra-aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) Troubleshooting Strategies
This one-hour live program is recommended for caregivers who have a working knowledge of the technical and theoretical aspects of intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) therapy. It will provide the clinician with preventative and corrective solutions to the more common occurrences and alarms that can be encountered in the delivery of the IABP therapy. This interactive session will focus on utilizing a systematic approach for troubleshooting.
Cardiogenic Shock Webinar: It is Not One-Size-Fits-All
This program will discuss the importance and the “how to’s” of early recognition of cardiogenic shock (CS), the differences between CS attributed to acute myocardial infection (AMI) and acute heart failure, and identifies appropriate treatment plans according to etiology.
Introduction to IABP Therapy - Transport Program
This live, 90 minute web seminar is designed for health care professionals who are directly responsible for the transfer or receiving of a patient from one facility to another that is requiring intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) support. The program will include a review of the theory of intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation (IABC) therapy, followed by a discussion of the technical aspects of the Getinge IABP and the IAB catheter. Troubleshooting the alarms and advisories in the transport setting will also be discussed.