Airway Simulation Features - Laerdal SimNewB Manual Del Usuario

Airway Simulation Features

Warning:
Do not use for mouth to mouth.
Opening the airway
The neck of SimNewB simulator is realistically flexible, from
hyperextension to flexion. The simulation team members may
demonstrate correct head position for opening of the airway.
Clearing the upper airway
Simulated meconium (Meconium Aspiration Module) may be
suctioned from the SimNewB simulator's mouth and nose using a bulb
syringe or suction catheter. By using the Meconium Aspiration Module,
the simulation team members can assume that there is meconium in
the trachea, instigating proper procedures for removal of meconium.
The head can be turned to the side as normal.
Warning:
Do not insert fluids into the SimNewB simulator's airways.
Clearing the lower airway
One can simulate removal of meconium from the SimNewB simulator's
mouth and trachea by laryngoscopy, using a suction catheter to clear
the mouth.
Clinical Simulation
Securing the airway
The SimNewB simulator's neck, jaw and airway is modeled to enable
a normal newborn intubation scenario. The airway can be intubated
either by direct laryngoscopy (straight blade size No. 1 recommended)
and an uncuffed ET tube (size ID 3.5 mm recommended), or with the
LMA (size #1 recommended). Nasal intubation can be performed.
NOTE:
Lubricate the ET tube or LMA before insertion.
An ET tube may be secured by means suitable for a neonatal baby.
Tape residues should be cleaned off the skin with soap and water.
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