Which settings must be configured on an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) to achieve optimal support?

Which settings must be configured on an

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AThe ECG signal to coordinate timing of counterpulsation only
BThe ECG signal to trigger the balloon only
CThe arterial pressure to coordinate timing of counterpulsation only
DBoth the ECG signal to trigger the balloon and the arterial pressure to coordinate timing of counterpulsation

✓ Correct answer: D. Both the ECG signal to trigger the balloon and the arterial pressure to coordinate timing of counterpulsation Optimal IABP support requires two waveforms: the ECG to trigger balloon inflation and the arterial pressure waveform to coordinate counterpulsation timing. Settings are typically 1:1 or 1:2; 1:3 is used only for weaning prior to removal due to increased thrombus risk. The balloon should not be stationary for more than 20 minutes while in place.

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