HeartWare Ventricular Assist System Manuals

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HeartWare Ventricular Assist System Instructions For Use Manual (42 pages)

Brand: HeartWare | Category: Medical Equipment | Size: 7 MB

Table of Contents
3
1 Introduction

5
2 Indications and Contraindications for Use

5
3 Warnings

5
4 Precautions

6
5 Potential Complications

7
6 System Components Overview

8
7 Principles of Operation

9
- Background
  9
- Blood Flow Characteristics
  9
- Physiological Control Algorithms
  10
  - Flow Estimation
    10
  - Ventricular Suction Detection Alarm
    10
  - Lavare Cycle
    11
8 Using the Heartware ® Monitor

12
- Selecting a Language for the Monitor
  12
- Monitor Overview
  12
- Clinical (Home) Screen
  13
- Alarm Screen
  13
- Trend Screen
  13
- System Screen
  13
  - Speed/Control Tab
    14
  - Setup Tab
    14
    
    Patient Tab
    14
    
    Downloading Controller Log Files
    14
    
    VAD Tab
    15
    
    Controller Tab
    15
    
    Monitor Tab
    16
  - Alarm Settings Tab
    17
- Monitor Shut down
  18
9 Using the Heartware ® Controller

18
10 Using the Heartware ® Batteries

20
- Changing a Battery
  20
- Care of Batteries
  21
11 Using the Heartware Battery Charger

21
- Connecting the Battery to the Battery Charger
  21
- Disconnecting the Battery from the Battery Charger
  22
12 Using the Heartware ® Controller Ac Adapter or DC Adapter

22
13 Alarms

23
- High Alarms
  23
- Medium Alarms
  24
- Low Alarms
  25
- Multiple Alarms
  26
- How to Silence (Mute) Alarms
  26
- Status Message Display
  26
14 Surgical Implant Procedure

26
15 Hvad ® Pump Explant

31
- At Transplant
  31
- Myocardial Recovery/Pump Exchange
  31
16 Patient Management

32
- Postoperative Management
  32
- Emergency Management
  32
- Anticoagulation
  32
- Infection Control Guidelines
  32
- Driveline Care
  33
- Arrhythmias
  33
- Right Heart Failure
  33
- Blood Pressure Maintenance
  33
- Physical Rehabilitation
  33
- Patient Education
  33
- External Accessories
  34
  - Patient Pack
    34
  - Heartware Shower Bag
    34
- Recommended Equipment for Use at Home
  34
- Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
  34
17 Equipment Inspection, Cleaning and Maintenance

35
- General Care
  35
- Controller
  35
- Batteries
  35
- Battery Charger
  35
- Heartware Monitor
  35
- Expected Useful Life of Heartware ® System Components
  36
- Product Disposal
  36
Appendix A: Quick Reference Guide for Alarms

36
Appendix B: System Components

38
Appendix C: Product Specifications

38
Appendix D: EMC Manual Requirements Guidance Document

39
Appendix E: Symbol Definitions

41

HeartWare Ventricular Assist System Patient Manual (60 pages)

Brand: HeartWare | Category: Medical Equipment | Size: 3 MB

Table of Contents
5
1 Glossary of Terms

7
2 Introduction

10
3 Warnings and Precautions

13
- Warnings
  13
- Precautions
  15
4 Potential Complications and Risks

16
5 Potential Benefits

18
6 Heartware® System

19
7 Alarms

32
- N O Power Alarm
  33
- High Alarms
  33
- Medium Alarms
  34
- Low Alarms
  35
- Multiple Alarms
  35
- How to Silence (Mute ) Alarms
  36
8 Equipment Care and Maintenance

37
- How Long Heart Ware ® Equipment Should Last
  37
- General Care
  37
- Controller
  37
- Batteries
  38
- Battery Charger
  38
9 Activities of Daily Living

39
- Electrostatic Discharge (Esd)
  40
- D Ischarge (Esd)
  40
- Driveline Exit Site Care
  41
- Showering
  42
- Medications
  42
10 Discharge Instructions

43
- Daily Care
  43
- Care of Equipment
  43
- Pain
  43
- Diet
  44
- Tobacco Products
  44
- Alcohol
  44
- Weather
  44
- Limitations
  44
- Miscellaneous
  44
11 Equipment Needed for Home Use

45
12 Handling an Emergency

53
13 Traveling and Transport

53
14 Additional Information about Heart Failure

54
Appendix A: Patient and Caregiver Training

55

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HeartWare Ventricular Assist System Instructions For Use Manual (42 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Introduction

2 Indications and Contraindications for Use

3 Warnings

4 Precautions

5 Potential Complications

6 System Components Overview

7 Principles of Operation

8 Using the Heartware ® Monitor

9 Using the Heartware ® Controller

10 Using the Heartware ® Batteries

11 Using the Heartware Battery Charger

12 Using the Heartware ® Controller Ac Adapter or DC Adapter

13 Alarms

14 Surgical Implant Procedure

15 Hvad ® Pump Explant

16 Patient Management

17 Equipment Inspection, Cleaning and Maintenance

Appendix A: Quick Reference Guide for Alarms

Appendix B: System Components

Appendix C: Product Specifications

Appendix D: EMC Manual Requirements Guidance Document

Appendix E: Symbol Definitions

HeartWare Ventricular Assist System Patient Manual (60 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Glossary of Terms

2 Introduction

3 Warnings and Precautions

4 Potential Complications and Risks

5 Potential Benefits

6 Heartware® System

7 Alarms

8 Equipment Care and Maintenance

9 Activities of Daily Living

10 Discharge Instructions

11 Equipment Needed for Home Use

12 Handling an Emergency

13 Traveling and Transport

14 Additional Information about Heart Failure

Appendix A: Patient and Caregiver Training

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