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Updated fields: b4, g3, g6, h2, h6 (type of investigation, investigation findings, component codes and investigation conclusions), h11.Corrected fields: d10, g2, h6 (medical device ¿ problem code).(b)(6), an rn in the cticu, contacted emergency support regarding intermittent gas loss and gas gain alarms on the iabp.He reported that a gas loss alarm had occurred earlier, which was resolved; however, a short time later, the pump began alarming for gas gain.At the time of the call, the pump was set to a 1:3 assist ratio, with a plan to remove the balloon later in the day.Tony stated that the pump continued to alarm intermittently.Tony inquired if any additional troubleshooting steps were recommended.I verified that there was no blood present in the helium tubing and confirmed that the iab fill key was used each time the alarm occurred.I advised either changing the pump or continuing with the same troubleshooting measures until balloon removal.The nature of the alarm and possible clinical causes were reviewed; however, no obvious clinical explanation for the alarms was identified.Gas loss alarm triggered when helium loss is greater than 5 cc per hour due to leak or diffusion.Activation: inflation equal to or greater than 80 milliseconds, deflation equal to or greater than 250 milliseconds.Primary cause: patient condition (febrile, tachycardic).Gas gain alarm.Triggered when helium gain exceeds 5 cc relative to the last autofill.Same activation conditions.Primary cause: catheter occlusion/restriction.System response: both alarms cause venting and iab deflation; occur in all modes.Mitigation: if no leaks, occlusions, or contraindicated conditions are present, then perform a manual iab fill to purge helium and recalibrate the system.Fill key: press 2 sec to initiate autofill; resets 2-hour timer.Contraindications (per ifu): severe aortic insufficiency, aneurysm, advanced calcific disease, significant vascular disease, severe obesity/groin scarring (avoid sheathless insertion).
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