|
26
|
IAB Insertion / CARDIOSAVE Operation
|
Cardiac Assist
|
Alarms
Augmentation Below Limit Set
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
Hemodynamic status has
changed:
↑
HR,
↓
SV,
↓
MAP.
Attempt to optimize patient’s
hemodynamic status.
Alarm limit set too high.
Press AUG. ALARM key,
decrease limit.
Probable Cause
Corrective Action
IAB disconnected.
Attach IAB catheter.
Helium tank is closed.
Open helium tank.
Helium tank is empty.
Change helium tank.
Incorrect IAB catheter
extender tubing length.
Ensure only one IAB
catheter extender tubing
is connected from IAB
to pump.
Autofill Failure
TROUBLESHOOTING