User's Manual

6 IABP Support
Initial Setup
6.8 RECOVER BP IABP/VAD System – Operator’s Manual
3 Connect the patient ECG cable to the green ECG input connector
on the side panel of the Console.
4 Press the INFLATION MARKER key.
5 Check that the ECG waveform and heart rate are shown on the
display.
Using an External Monitor
1 Connect the interface cable to the ECG high-level patient monitor
input on the side panel.
2 Check that the heart rate is shown on the upper right side of the
display.
3 Press the INFLATION MARKER key.
4 Check that the ECG waveform and the heart rate are shown on
the display.
Acquiring an Arterial Pressure (AP) Waveform
An arterial pressure (AP) waveform can be obtained using either a
pressure transducer or the output of an external monitor.
Using a Pressure Transducer
NOTE: Refer to the Edwards Lifesciences Instructions for Use for
important information on using the TruWave Disposable Pressure
Transducer. Also refer to this document for volumetric displacement
information.
The inner lumen of the IAB is the preferred location for the placement
of a pressure transducer. This location results in the best waveform
for optimal triggering and timing. If this approach cannot be used, use
the radial artery per standard protocol.