THFW Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) Program Part 2

July 16, 2025

Overview

At the end of this online enduring material, participants should be able to:

Describe the components and function of an LVAD system, including the pump, driveline, controller, and power sources.
Identify and interpret key LVAD parameters (e.g., flow, speed, power, and pulsatility index) and explain their clinical significance.
Recognize common LVAD alarms, understand their causes, and outline appropriate initial responses to each type.
Demonstrate knowledge of routine care and emergency management for patients with an LVAD, including anticoagulation, infection prevention, and blood pressure monitoring.
Collaborate effectively with the interprofessional LVAD team to ensure safe and coordinated care for patients with an LVAD, especially during acute events or transitions of care.

Course summary

Available credit:

1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credit
Texas Health Resources has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria.

This activity is designated for 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credit(s). PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
In support of improving patient care, Texas Health Resources is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

The Texas Health Resources designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
1.00 Attendance
1.00 Nursing Contact Hour(s)
In support of improving patient care, Texas Health Resources is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Course opens:

07/16/2025

Course expires:

07/24/2025

Event starts:

07/16/2025 - 7:00am CDT

Event ends:

07/16/2025 - 8:00am CDT

Cost:

$0.00

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Rating:

1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credit
Texas Health Resources has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria.

This activity is designated for 1.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credit(s). PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
In support of improving patient care, Texas Health Resources is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

The Texas Health Resources designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
1.00 Attendance
1.00 Nursing Contact Hour(s)
In support of improving patient care, Texas Health Resources is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Cost:

$0.00

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