Maquet VASOVIEW 7, Training Manual, Page: 30 / 40

| 30 | ENDOSCOPIC VESSEL HARVESTING | MAQUET Medical Systems USA |
VASOVIEW 7 | Training Manual | English | v1
Copyright MAQUET Gmbh
The OR staff plays an integral part in the VASOVIEW EVH
system procedure. It is crucial that the OR staff understands
how the instrumentation and equipment are used, as well
as the steps of the procedure, in order to create a cohesive
team. The OR staff should be properly trained on the
endoscopic vessel harvesting procedure as well as on the
VASOVIEW system being used. If the cardiovascular OR staff
is not familiar with the videoscopic equipment, it is suggested
that the manufacturer’s local field representative also
provide additional in-services. Equipment issues should not
complicate the endoscopic procedure. All equipment should
be tested and in good condition prior to beginning the case.
As with any new procedure, patience is required during the
learning phase. Allow extra time for the OR staff and the ope-
rator during the first several procedures.
circulating nurse responsibilities
Knowing and understanding each component of the video
setup is important for the circulating nurse, as the nurse is the
primary troubleshooter once the procedure has begun. (See
Troubleshooting Section)
Turn on all components to the video system, including those
that may not be used. Once the various cords are handed off
from the sterile field to the OR staff person in the non-sterile
OR field, the following tasks are completed.
Connect the camera cable to the camera box. The color
bars are replaced by a clear image that is visible on the
screen. Note that the light source settings—manual and
automatic—correlate with the camera box settings, as do
shutter controls and gain buttons. (Check with the video
vendor for the proper settings.)
Connect the fiber optic cable to the light source. Place the
unit in the standby mode until the procedure begins. Be
sure that the fiber optic cable is not resting against the
patient or sterile drapes unless in the standby mode. There
is potential for fire due to the intensity of the light. During
this procedure, it may be necessary to increase the light
intensity. Frequently, the light source unit can be set to
manual for adjustment of the light intensity. The “gain”
button generally boosts the light even further.
Connect the insufflation tubing to the unit, verify settings,
and place in standby mode until CO
2
is needed.
Connect the bipolar cables to the generator and verify the
generator settings.
nurSing cOnSidEraTiOnS