Getting Started - Laerdal ALS Simulator Instrucciones De Utilizacion

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To attach the Left Leg
Step 1 Remove left thigh injection pad (A), genitalia module (B) and bladder
reservoir assembly (C) Step 2 Select and prepare hardware (Photo 1), pass
spring and small washer over bolt (Photo 2) Step 3 To install pass bolt assembly
through thigh, then pelvis opening from outside inward (Photo 3), select large
fender washer and pass over bolt from inside manikin abdominal cavity .
Screw wing nut onto bolt (Photo 4) Step 4 Replace bladder reservoir and
genitalia module in pelvis, injection pad in thigh . (See Step 1)
NOTE: Tighten wing nut as desired to simulate leg Range of Motion .
SimPad Connections
1 . Connect ALS Simulator to Link Box (Photo 2), via cable located on lower right
side of manikin .
2. Connect the clear tubing exiting the manikin' s right side.
3. Attach blood pressure cuff to manikin' s left arm.
4 . Attach clear pneumatic tubing from blood pressure cuff (Photo 3) to
corresponding clear pneumatic tubing exiting the manikins left shoulder .
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Cricothyroid Membrane/ Neck Skin Collar:
1 . Cut a two (2) inch strip of Cricothyroid Membrane Tape .
2 . Adhere tape to edges of cricoid opening, covering opening with tape, to create
actual membrane . (Figure 2)
3 . Lay a Neck Skin Collar into molded track around neck area of manikin .
4 . Attach collar using Velcro strips .
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Laerdal Recommends
A tight seal will enhance actual feel and sound of penetrating cricothyroid
membrane, and facilitate full rise and fall of the chest during bag valve mask
Pupil Replacement
ALS Simulator is delivered with a set of pupils containing normal pupils mounted
in the head . A separate case contains 3 sets of plastic pupil inserts (normal,
constricted and dilated pupils) for use in simulating other conditions .
To change the pupils in the airway head:
1 . Open the eyelids wide, take care not to rip the faceskin .
2. Using the suction cup provided or the edge of your fingernail, remove the pupil
from the eye .
3 . Replace with the pupil of choice, using the small suction cup tool provided or
press into place with finger.
Filling the Thigh Air Tank
1 . Attach the provided air pump to the Schrader valve located laterally on the
posterior of the right thigh . (Photo 4)
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2. Fill the air container using the air pump to120 psi. Note: An over pressure
release valve is included inside the thigh and will be activated at pressure above
10 Bar (150 psi). This valve has a built in reset mechanism.
3 . Detach air pump from the Schrader valve .
NOTE: Most products designed for automobile/ bike tire inflation will be
sufficient to fill the thigh tank. I.e. electric pumps, air compressors, air tanks,
etc . Pressure limitations vary with each unit and should be considered prior to
purchase .
In Use
Laerdal Recommends
• 7.5 Endotracheal tube
• # 4 LMA
• Large Adult or Trainer Combitube
• KING LT – # 4
Airway Management:
1 . Spray inside of pharynx, nostrils and all intubation tubes with a liberal amount
of provided manikin lubricant or liquid soap . Sit the manikin upright to allow
lubricant to coat passages .
2 . Perform further intubation procedures as per your local training protocol .
NOTE: Should incorrect ventilation be performed, air will pass through esophagus,
causing distention of the abdomen.
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ventilation .
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