SynCardia Companion 2 Driver System, Operator'S Manual

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Companion 2 Driver System Operator Manual
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(6) When the increment button (“+”) is selected, the rate starts at
40 BPM. Multiple alarms will be displayed when transitioning
out of single pulse mode. These alarms will clear as the beat
rate is increased to the ICU operating beat rate range of 90
to 150 BPM and the cardiac output levels stabilize at the
final settings.
Figure 8-10 – Main O.R. Screen Showing Single Pulse Mode Button
8.2.3. Transfer Support
(1) When directed by the surgical team to increase the Rate,
select RATE and press and hold the “+” increment button to
increase the Rate to 120 BPM. Multiple alarms will be
displayed when transitioning out of single pulse mode.
These alarms will clear as the beat rate is increased to the
ICU operating beat rate range of 90 to 150 BPM and the
cardiac output levels stabilize at the final settings.
(2) If the surgeon requests that the TAH-t be turned off, the
drivelines can be disconnected from the Driver using the
single connector to immediately cease TAH-t pneumatic
support , or the rate “-” button can be held down to decrease
the rate until single pulse mode is enabled and the TAH-t
rate is zero.
(3) The stroke volumes will be low until the patient is completely
off bypass.