Heart Failure and the Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)

By: Richard Craven, NRP

A one-hour program, discussing the mechanics of Heart Failure and the treatment of patients with Ventricular Assist Devices.

This lecture is for knowledge and not to be used as a troubleshooting reference in the event of an emergency. Contact your local VAD hospital for device-specific training.

Continuing education credit hours awarded:  (1)

Pre-Approved by the following:
CAPCE
Florida Bureau of Emergency Medical Oversight
Allowed by all states accepting CAPCE approved courses


Approved for the following levels:
EMR/First Responder (EFR)
EMT/Basic
Advanced EMT (AEMT) / EMT-Intermediate
Paramedic


No potential conflict of interest was reported by the author(s) of this program.