AirSim Child Combo X (Light Skin Tone)
The TruCorp AirSim Child Combo X manikin combines intubation and cricothyrotomy training in one life-like model.
With the inclusion of a replaceable larynx insert and wraparound neck skin, the Child Combo trainer fully supports percutaneous tracheostomies and needle and surgical cricothyroidotomies.
Accuracy is an integral part of the AirSim airway management range. Palpable laryngeal inserts, an inflatable tongue, and improved, real-feel skin, give trainees of all abilities, realistic feedback during procedures.
What procedures can be performed on the Child Combo X airway management manikin?
- Needle cricothyroidotomy
- Surgical cricothyroidotomy
- Percutaneous tracheostomy
- Double naso-tracheal intubation
- Awake fibre optic intubation
- Bag-valve-mask (BVM) ventilation techniques
- Direct and video laryngoscopy (including Sellick Maneuver)
- Awake fibre optic examination
- Endotracheal tube insertion
- Combi tube insertion
- Naso gastric (NG) tube insertion techniques
Overview
- Ideal for teaching & training in intubation, BVM, use of supraglottic devices, needle & surgical crichthyroidotomy, percutaneous tracheostomy, and laryngoscopy
- Anatomically correct nasal cavity, with important landmarks such as the turbinates clearly defined
- Easily replaceable components allow for efficient, repeatable, and cost-effective training
Realism
- Real feel skin
- Realistic user feedback during airway management procedures
- Palpable cricoid landmarks, laryngeal cartilages and tracheal rings
- Tongue can be inflated to replicate various degrees of oedema
Versatility
- Wraparound neck skins can be rotated to maximise the number of procedures performed per skin
- Included adhesive pads can be attached to the suction cups to allow for greater stability
Cleaning
- Thoroughly clean the airway with warm, soapy water or mild detergent, until foreign matter and residue is removed
- As a further step to fully sanitise the product, use an alcohol spray (75%+) and wipe off (This can be performed on both the silicone and latex parts of the manikin)
Safety
- Components inside this trainer contain latex
- Ensure use of protective gloves when handling the latex airway
- Spray lubricant on the airway and equipment prior to use, to aid the procedure and reduce risk of damage to the material
- Do not use strong detergents or enzymatic cleaning agents on this trainer, such as, germicides, disinfectants, chemical agents, ethylene oxide, phenol-based or iodine containing cleaners
Anatomy
- Child airway created from CT DICOM scan data
- Larynx with identifiable sternal notch, tracheal rings, and cricoid & laryngeal cartilages
- Tongue, inflatable to replicate oedema
- Nasal passages
- Lung and stomach bags
Skills Gained
- Needle cricothyroidotomy
- Surgical cricothyroidotomy
- Percutaneous tracheostomy
- Double nasotracheal intubation
- Bag valve mask ventilation techniques
- Full range of supraglottic device insertion
- Direct and video laryngoscopy including Sellick Maneuver
- Awake fibre optic examination
- Awake fibre optic intubation
- Endotracheal tube insertion
- Combi tube insertion
- Naso gastric tube insertion techniques
Compare Models | AirSim Child X | AirSim Child Bronchi X | AirSim Child Combo X | AirSim Child Combo Bronchi X |
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Oral / Nasal Intubation | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Bag Valve Mask Ventilation (BVM) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Supraglottic Device Insertion | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Direct / Video Laryngoscopy | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Bronchoscopy | No | Yes | No | Yes |
Needle Cricothyroidotomy | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Surgical Cricothyroidotomy | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Percutaneous Tracheostomy | No | No | Yes | Yes |
Nasogastric Tube Insertion | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Also includes:
- Child Lung Bags and Stomach
- 5 Larynx Inserts - 1 attached, 4 spare (replacements available in packs of 50)
- 1 Wrap Around Neck Skin (replacements available in packs of 5)
- Adhesive pads for stability
References
Undergraduate Nursing
Future nurse: Standards of proficiency for registered nurses,17 May 2018, p.36 8.6 manage airway and respiratory processes and equipment
Physician Associate
CMT
Paramedics
Emergency Medicine
If I order the AirSim Child Combo X model, what can I expect to receive in the box?
The AirSim Child Combo X simulator comes ready to use in the box, and has a larynx and neck skin fitted for instant use. Each model comes with an additional 4 larynx inserts, a bottle of TruCorp Lubrication, adhesive pads with suction cups, and is packed in a durable storage bag.
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How frequently will we need to purchase additional consumables for this airway management trainer?
Each component has a different life-span, the most common are listed below:
- Wraparound neck skins – each neck skin can be rotated between procedures, with efficient use, a skin can be used for 10 to 15 procedures
- Larynx inserts – a single larynx insert can be used for one surgical crichothyroidotomy and three tracheostomy procedures
- Child Combo X head and neck skin – the head skins should not need replacing unless physical damage occurs
- AirSim airway – the airway should not need replacing, the design has been mechanically tested and accredited for over 20,000 intubation cycles
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What equipment is recommended for use with the AirSim Child Combo X airway manikin?
While the AirSim Child Combo X is compatible with a full range of supraglottic devices, the following are recommended by the manufacturer for optimal performance:
- 4.5-5.0 mm ID for nasal intubation
- 5.5-6.0 mm ID for oral intubation
- Size 2 for LMA laryngeal masks
- Size 2 laryngoscope blade
- Similar respective sizes for other supraglottic devices
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