The Autocat; Series In Emergency Conditions; Autocat ® 2 Series Transport - Arrow AutoCAT 2 Series Operating Manual

6 . O p e r a t i n g P r o c e d u r e s
6 . 2 : C l i n i c a l E n v i r o n m e n t s

The AutoCAT

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2 Series in Emergency Conditions

In emergency situations, it is critical to initiate counterpulsation quickly. You should be
familiar with the operating procedures. If possible confirm that ECG and AP monitor
outputs are compatible with the AutoCAT
cases using the AutoPilot
effective way, however if Operator control is required select the Operator mode and
follow the instructions below to initiate pumping rapidly.
1. Plug in the power cord, then press the power switch located on the patient interface
panel on the front of the console.
2. Verify Operator mode is selected.
3. Connect ECG and AP signals from bedside monitors.
4. Select ECG MON and AP FiberOptix
NOTE: Remember that it may not be possible to place electrodes intra-operatively.
If electrosurgical units are present, consider using the AP trigger Mode
5. Connect the balloon to the AutoCAT
console. If using the FiberOptix
FiberOptix ™ sensor CAL Key and FiberOptix
6. Zero the FiberOptix sensor prior to IAB insertion
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7. Press the ON control key in the PUMP STATUS section of the keypad to initiate
counterpulsation.
8. Verify timing is correct.
9. After the patient has been stabilized, apply ECG electrodes and connect the patient
ECG cable to the AutoCAT
AutoCAT ® 2 and AeroAutoCat 2 Series Transport
Refer to Chapter 5 pages 21-24
Weaning
Refer to Chapter 5 pages 25
Emergency Conditions
6-22
® 2 Series before an emergency arises. In most
™ mode will allow initiation of pumping in the fastest most
™ sensor or AP MON.
2 Series balloon connector on the front of the
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™ sensor IAB with AutoCAT
™ sensor connector.
® 2 Series if transport is required.
® 2 WAVE ® , connect the