32825 Balloon Pump Nursing Care

What you'll learn

Course overview

Operating an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) is complicated process and patients who are receiving this treatment have a unique set of potential complications. Nurses should have an understanding of how to operate IABPs, as well as knowledge of the signs of complications and what education must be provided to patients and family members in order to ensure best patient outcomes. This program discusses balloon pump nursing care. Topics include the primary purpose of the IABP in cardiac care and how it supports hemodynamic stability in critically ill patients; the components of the IABP and how it assists in improving coronary blood flow and reducing myocardial workload; the correct setup of the balloon pump equipment and how to ensure accurate placement and functionality during patient care; how to interpret IABP waveforms and identify potential complications while applying critical thinking skills to troubleshoot and correct any malfunctions during patient monitoring; evidence-based nursing interventions to maintain the optimal function of the balloon pump and ensure patient safety, including monitoring for complications and collaborating with the healthcare team; different types of anesthesia and the nurse's role in monitoring patient safety during anesthesia; the assessment and documentation of the therapeutic effectiveness of the IABP in improving patient outcomes; and adjusting care plans based on ongoing assessments and patient needs. There is also a discussion about how implicit bias may impact healthcare.