Laerdal AT Kelly Torso - Manual (Page 7)

Tension Pneumothorax Decompression:
1. Locate black blood pressure bulb on right axillary side
of the torso.
2. Tighten air release knob so that no air escapes as you
pump bulb.
3. Pump bulb several times to prepare each of four (4)
sites for decompression.
4. Insert either a 16 or 18 gauge IV catheter.
Puncturing correct intercostal space will allow “hissing of air”
as chest is decompressed.
To repair external puncture sites:
1. Use a tongue depressor or small spatula to apply a
thin layer of putty wax to puncture site.
2. Smooth out to desired appearance.
To replace internal bladder bags:
(A) Bilateral Mid-Clavicular Sites:
• Remove chest skin from torso.
• Lift chest plate exposing underside.
• Remove screws that secure Velcro® strap. (Figure 1)
Fig. 1
• Remove foam pads.
• Disconnect bladder hose from inline hose connector,
being sure hose does not fall through hole and into
torso.
• Remove bladder from site cavity and slip hose out of
cable tie.
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