88 Jeff Z. is a 49-year-old male who is on the heart transplant list due to

myocarditis-related end stage congestive heart failure. While counseling Jeff about bridge devices that allow him to be discharged from the hospital, the AGACNP tells Jeff that the most frequently used device is:

A.Ideal for smaller-framed patients        B. Implanted below the diaphragm                                         C. Independent of external power for up to 24 hours            D.Good for up to 2 years