MCAD: Mechanical Circulatory Assist Devices

by Dillon Wenberg, Chris Smetana, Susie Smetana

The Mechanical Circulatory Assist Devices takes advantage of the IA MED’s educational approach to make complex topics easier to understand. More frequently, critical care clinicians are expected to understand and manage a wide range of hemodynamics and circulatory support devices. MCAD will review the fundamentals of hemodynamics, arterial line management, ECMO, Impella, LVAD, and IABP in the transport environment.Feel confident transporting patients on Mechanical Circulatory Assist Devices and apply the knowledge to MCAD patients immediately upon completion. Don't be intimidated by complicated cardiac devices by understanding the “why” and the “how” while elevating both your career and your knowledge today!

149 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 11, 2021

About the author

Dillon Wenberg, NRP FP-C CCP-C