A natural disaster is when events such as earthquakes, mudslides, floods or wildfires affect people. Despite our inability to control these events, we can plan and prepare for them to minimize damage when they do happen. Below are brief explanations of disasters that are common in California. Follow the links to more information about a specific disaster.
When this happens the patient is said to be on bypass.. The person who operates the machine is called a perfusionist. Before and while your child is on bypass, a blood-thinning drug will be administered to prevent blood clots from forming.
387 Followers. A. A heart-lung (cardiopulmonary) bypass machine oxygenates the blood and circulates it throughout the body during heart bypass surgery.This answer should not be considered medical advice... This answer should not be considered medical advice and should not take the place of a doctorâs visit.87 Followers. A. A heart-lung (cardiopulmonary) bypass machine oxygenates the blood and circulates it throughout the body during heart bypass surgery.