The patient was on cardiopulmonary bypass while undergoing CABG surgery. What should be the first parameter the nurse should assess before weaning the patient from cardiopulmonary bypass?

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The first parameter the nurse should assess is the patient's body temperature. Attaining normothermia is the first step in preparation for weaning a patient from cardiopulmonary bypass. Other important assessment steps/parameters can be remembered with the mnemonic LAMPS: lLaboratory data, aAnesthesia, mMonitors (cardiac and pulmonary) pump, and patient sSupport.

The Patient Was on Cardiopulmonary Bypass While Undergoing CABG Surgery