Optimizing Impella Transport with Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS)

20/06/2025 27 min Temporada 1 Episodio 16
Optimizing Impella Transport with Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS)

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Episode Synopsis

Integrating POCUS into transport protocols can revolutionize patient care and outcome in criticalcare scenarios. Today, host Shane Turner sits down with flight paramedic Isaac Bennett toexplore the critical role of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) in the management of Impellasupported patients during transport. With 14 years of EMS experience, including 7 years flying with the Hospital Wing program based in Memphis, Isaac shares his expert insights on howPOCUS can guide Impella positioning, monitor volume status, and troubleshoot alarms effectively, even in challenging pre-hospital environments.Plus, they discuss practical techniques for obtaining clear cardiac views and the importance oflandmarks and regular practice. This episode is a must-listen for transport clinicians looking to enhance their diagnostic capabilities and improve patient outcomes with POCUS.In this episode:Shane Turner, RN, CFRN, NRP, FP-C, CMTE, Chattanooga, TN, AbiomedIsaac Bennett, Flight Paramedic, Memphis Tennessee