title: Nursing considerations for patients requiring cardiopulmonary support.
abstract: The number of patients receiving cardiopulmonary support (CPS) is increasing, requiring critical care nurses to be better prepared to care for these complex patients. Background information on CPS along with considerations for nursing management are presented. A case study of a patient requiring CPS and a suggested nursing care plan are included to assist in providing quality nursing care.
authors.forename: T K
authors.initials: TK
authors.lastname: Bavin
mesh_terms: D002315:Cardiopulmonary Bypass / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing*; D003422:Critical Care; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D009733:Nursing Diagnosis; D010347:Patient Care Planning