What Is a Mechanical Pump Device That Assists a Patient's

question 48

Multiple Choice

What is a mechanical pump device that assists a patient's weakened heart

• A) LVAD
• B) cardiac pacemaker
• C) cardiac defibrillator
• D) ECC

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