Laerdal SimNewB Advanced - Manual (Page 15)

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3. Airway Simulation Features
Opening the airway
The neck of SimNewB™ manikin 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 manikin'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.
Clearing the lower airway
One can dry simulate removal of meconium from the
SimNewB manikin's mouth and trachea by laryngoscopy, using
a suction catheter to clear the mouth.
Securing the airway
The SimNewB manikin'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 done.
NOTE/Warning:
Do not insert fluids into the SimNewB manikin's airways.
NOTE/Warning:
Do not insert fluids into the SimNewB manikin's airways.
NOTE:
Lubricate the ET tube or LMA before insertion.
Caution:
Do not use for mouth to mouth.
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