â¢ Describe the three major funding policies used in the defense acquisition financial. management community (annual, incremental and full). â¢ Recognize situations where exceptions to the funding policies are appropriate for the. major appropriation categories of RDT&E, Procurement and O&M.
Also known as heart pump. A ventricular assist device (VAD) is a mechanical pump that supports heart function and blood flow in people who have weakened hearts. These devices can support the function of the left, right, or both heart ventricles. Ventricles are the lower chambers of your heart.
Glossary of Terms. Heart-Lung Machine. A device used in open heart surgery to support the body during the surgical procedure while the heart is stopped. The heart-lung machine is often referred to as the pump, and does the work of the heart and lungs during the operation.