This course is intended to be an overview of the Heartware ventricular assist device.

Part 1 is a learner lead review of the Ventricular Assist Devices Protocol for the Heartware device on the Duke policy center:  https://dukeuniversity.policytech.com/dotNet/documents/?docid=6426 

Part 2 of this course is a didactic presentation by our mechanical circulatory support lead, Charles Knoerzer. The presentation overview follows: https://duke.box.com/s/lntx7x6v8rwjc4rr12g7b6mm7xbwdt36 

• Review of ventricular assist devices
• Mechanism of action
• Review of device settings
• Review of device explantation
• Review of steps for a controller change out
• Review of documentation

Part 3 of the course is an evaluation of learner's didactic knowledge and technical ability

• Attend a hands-on training session which includes:
  • Turn on module and unlock screen
  • Turn the pump on
  • Adjust settings (speed, hematocrit etc.)
  • View alarm tab
  • Perform controller change out
  • Turn the pump off
• Complete the knowledge base assessment: https://duke.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_816QB9wX0PpJvhA

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

• Locate and review the on-line policy and procedures
• Perform all necessary equipment assembly, operation, and troubleshooting of device
• Able to independently perform controller change out
• Review proper steps and procedures for exchange and explant
• Able to perform any necessary patient teaching required of Perfusionist
• Knows proper documentation of all aspects of procedure relevant to Perfusion Services Department (paper forms and EPIC), as well as patient charges.

Superusers:

• Charlie Knoerzer
• Willie Dauch
• Erica Powell