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Videotapes:

Anatomical Review
Discusses the anatomical considerations for balloon insertion

Operation of the Balloon Pump Console
Discusses the technical features and operation of the IABP console

Insertion of the IAB Catheter
Discusses insertion - sheathed and sheathless; removal, and management of the IAB catheter

Documents:

Mechanisms of Counterpulsation (One Hour Program)
Course Outline for a one hour educational program. Includes overview of theory, insertion, pump set up and basic troubleshooting.
 (PDF: 1.33 MB / 11 pages)

Abbreviated Operator's Guide
Reviews the technical set up and operation of the IABP

Patient/Family Information
Explains IABP therapy for the patient and family
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IABP Pre-Inservice Self Study Guide
Learning guide that reviews the mechanics of intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation therapy
 (PDF: 184 KB / 27 pages)

IABP Reference Cards
Pocket guide outlining effects of IABP, timing, timing errors and balloon sizing

Transport Protocols
Generic protocols and procedures for transporting patients receiving IABP therapy
 (PDF: 88 KB / 17 pages)

Policies and Procedures
Generic policies and procedure for IABP therapy
 (PDF: 124 KB / 8 pages)

Developing an IABP Preceptor Strategy
This four-hour presentation is designed for health care rofessionals involved in precepting staff to IABP therapy.
 (PDF: 1,800 KB / 21 pages)

Bibliography
Listing of published articles related to IABP

Managing IABP Therapy (6 Hour Program)
A six hour program designed for the experienced healthcare professional directly involved with care of the patient requiring intra-aortic balloon pump therapy.
 CS100 (PDF: 1,895 KB / 62 pages)

 CS300 (PDF: 4,570 KB / 67 pages)

Concepts of Counterpulsation Therapy Course Outline
Course outline for an eight-hour educational program. Includes theoretical, technical and clinical aspects of IABP therapy
 System 98/98XT (PDF: 1,102 KB / 68 pages)

 CS100 (PDF: 6,173 KB / 46 pages)

 CS300 (PDF: 5,370 KB / 71 pages)

Technical Course Outline
Course outline for a four-hour education program. Includes theoretical and technical aspects of IABP therapy
  System 98/98XT (PDF:1,483 KB / 44 pages)

  CS100 (PDF: 6,173 KB / 46 pages)

  CS300 (PDF: 4,002 KB / 51 pages)