Improving Emergency Cricothyroidotomies: Simulation-Based Training for Critical Care Providers.
Journal Article (Journal Article)
This article discusses skill proficiency of providers related to emergency cricothyroidotomies. Various techniques to improve procedural skills were studied. Accurate identification of the cricothyroid membrane via palpation remained consistently inadequate. High-fidelity simulation including the use of human cadavers may be the preferred method of skill training for crisis management. The authors emphasize that additional research is needed regarding a method for rapid cricothyroid membrane identification as well as needle cricothyroidotomy versus surgical airway on cadavers. More consistent training will enable emergency care providers to perform this rare but lifesaving skill.
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Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Clark, CM; Morgan, BT; Schmitt, D; Harman, RJ; Goode, V
Published Date
- April 2021
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 44 / 2
Start / End Page
- 203 - 213
PubMed ID
- 33595967
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 1550-5111
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 0887-9303
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1097/cnq.0000000000000354
Language
- eng