Author Question: How is blood flow regulated during ECMO? a. By dialing in a set RPM b. By the amount of blood in ... (Read 59 times)

Redwolflake15 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

How is blood flow regulated during ECMO?

a. By dialing in a set RPM
b. By the amount of blood in the ECMO system
c. By administering Levaphed
d. By adjusting the blood temperature in the system

Question 2

What is thermoelastogram?

a. A specific ECG performed during ECMO
b. The way brain waves are measured during ECMO
c. A method of assessing sedation during ECMO
d. A method of assessing anticoagulation

6ana001 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
As noted earlier blood flow is regulated by dialing in a set RPM which results in flow. The flow is monitored using ultrasonic devices that are either incorporated into the system or added to the circuit.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Thermoelastogram (TEG) is an emerging method of assessing anticoagulation. A small sample of blood is taken from a patient and rotated gently in a specific fashion to imitate sluggish venous flow and activate coagulation. TEG provides comprehensive whole blood hemostasis testing that can help assess bleeding and thrombotic risks, and also monitor antithrombotic therapies.