How does the AirSim Pierre Robin X airway management trainer differ from the other Trucorp manikins?
This infant manikin has been designed to support training of difficult airway management in cases of Pierre Robin Sequence (also know as Pierre Robin Malformation).
The rare congenital birth defects associated with PRS increase the challenges of intubation in infants, and are characterised by underdeveloped jaws, backward displacement of the tongue and upper airway obstruction. This model features: Significant mandibular hypoplasia, micrognathia, glossoptosis, cleft palate and bifid uvula.
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What techniques and tools does this paediatric airway manikin cover for Pierre Robin Syndrome?
Using this airway model, trainees will be able to practice:
- Proper technique for bag valve mask ventilation
- Use of oral airway during ventilation
- Use of nasopharyngeal airway during ventilation
- Use of supraglottic devices, including, laryngeal mask airway (LMA)
- Direct laryngoscopy
- Video laryngoscopy
- Fibreoptic bronchoscope and supraglottic airway used to advance an airway exchange catheter as a conduit for intubation
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How long can we expect our Pierre Robin X airway trainer to last before needing new parts?
The included AirSim® X Airway is certified for over 20,000 intubation cycles, and is covered with TruCorp’s 5-year warranty. To ensure the longevity of the trainer, use lubrication when performing procedures, clean and dry before storing, and follow usage recommendations.
Note: Other components of this manikin are covered under the standard TruCorp 1-year warranty.
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What equipment is recommended for use with the PRS trainer?
TruCorp recommend:
- 5-4.0mm ID for oral intubation
- Size 1 for supraglottic devices
- Size 1 for video laryngoscopy
It is also recommended that TruCorp Lubrication be used with this model, for best practice, however, you can use alternatives as long as they are water soluble. Please see Safety in the Features tab for more information.
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