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Pneumothorax Simulators
Advanced pneumothorax training manikins allow emergency physicians, nurses, paramedics, field and flight medics and other medical professionals to successfully train in lifesaving chest wound management and other medical procedures.
Trauma Simulation for High-Acuity Emergencies:
The TruMan® Trauma Adult and Smart TruMan Trauma Adult are advanced pneumothorax trainers ideal for for needle decompression training in the 2nd intercostal space at the midclavicular line or in the 5th intercostal space on either side.
Infant Pneumothorax Management
The 5-month-old TruBaby® X pediatric clinical skills trainer allows for needle thoracentesis and lifelike training in pediatric pneumothorax management featuring:
What is Needle Decompression used for?
Needle decompression of tension pneumothorax is a medical procedure used to treat patients with air pressure building in the pleural space, the area between the inner and outer membrane surrounding each lung.
Tension pneumothorax is commonly caused by an object puncturing a patient’s lung, which allows air to escape the lung and become trapped in the pleural space. This increased air pressure can cause death by blocking blood flow to the heart.
Needle decompression involves inserting a large needle between the ribs allowing trapped air in the pleural space to escape.
Needle Decompression Landmarks
Needle thoracentesis can save lives when done correctly but can cause life-threatening injury if the decompressing needle is incorrectly placed.
Important thoracic landmarks for needle decompression include:
The TruMan® Trauma X, Smart TruMan® Trauma Adult and TruBaby® X pneumothorax trainers are anatomically accurate, and durable materials provide lifelike resistance and responsiveness for the most realistic training experience possible.
