123 PCN LVAD Issues to consider

  • Device Failure/infection
  • Artificial nutrition/hydration
  • Transfusions
  • Renal replacement therapy
  • Mechanical ventilation
  • Organ donation
  • Comorbidities
    • Stroke
    • Sepsis
    • Renal failure
  • Catastrophic event
  • Peri-operative mortality/morbidity
  • Rehabilitation plans
  • Quality of life
  • Goals/expectations
  • Psychosocial assessment
  • Spiritual/religious preferences

Reference: Swetz, LVAD Preparedness Plan Mayo Clinic Proceedings 2011;86(6):493

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