Pediatric Needle Cricothyrotomy: A Case for Simulation in Prehospital Medicine

Pediatric Needle Cricothyrotomy: A Case for Simulation in Prehospital Medicine

Introduction A patient that cannot be oxygenated or ventilated requires immediate and effective assessment, treatment, and transportation. Pediatric needle cricothyrotomy is used infrequently, therefore providers have a tendency to lose proficiency. Simulation training and evaluation are valuable to...

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Main Authors: Jason P. Stopyra, Jamie L. Wright, Michael T. Fitch, Michael S. Mitchell
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Association of American Medical Colleges 2017-06-01
Series:MedEdPORTAL
Subjects:
Simulation
Anaphylaxis
Emergency Medical Services
Pediatrics
Prehospital Medicine
Needle Cricothyrotomy
Online Access:http://www.mededportal.org/doi/10.15766/mep_2374-8265.10589

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