Managing patients with a Left Ventricular Assist System (LVAS) requires constant vigilance and a deep understanding of the device’s functions. When alarms occur, quick and accurate responses are critical for patient safety. The HeartMate 3™ system is equipped with a series of alarms and advisories designed to alert clinicians to potential issues, from power disruptions to changes in flow dynamics.
To assist caretakers in rapidly identifying and addressing these alerts, I made a rudamentry, but interactive guide. The icons are a little different. This tool serves as a quick-reference supplement to the official product documentation, allowing you to select a specific alarm and instantly view its meaning and the recommended resolution steps.
HeartMate 3™ Interactive Alarm Guide
Select an alarm from the list to view details and resolution steps.
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Select a card above to view its specific notes and action plan.
While this interactive guide is a valuable resource for quick reference, it is not a replacement for the comprehensive information provided in the official product documentation. For complete guidelines, contraindications, warnings, and cautions, clinicians should always consult the manufacturer’s Instructions for Use.
You can download the complete HeartMate 3™ Alarms for Clinicians PDF Guide here.
