Physiotherapy for a patient with an intra-aortic balloon

[smilephysio]

Hi
If patient is on IABP,

Assess the hemodynamics, respiratory mechanics, LL pulse , warmth etc.

1. Supine lying or 15-20 degree head end of couch inclination is allowed.
2. UL: AROM to be encouraged
3. LL: Ankle toe movement to be
4. Routine CPT + I. spirometry
5. Don't mobilize the patient for 2-4 hours after removal of IABP.
6. Check for bleeding inthe site and hemodynamics
7. Then carry out routine PT

K Madesh and N Dhanaraj
Senior Physiotherapist (Cardiac)

[fire_ice]

hello dear,
when mobilising lower extremity make sure that hip flexion is not beyond 45 degree ..........