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SimMan Critical Care

Head, Neck and Airway

Replacing cricothyroid tape and neck skin

After creating an emergency airway through the cricothyroid membrane, replace the perforated tape before starting a new simulation session.

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  1. Remove the neck skin.

  2. Remove damaged or perforated tape.

  3. Select a new section of cricothyroid tape.

  4. Replace with new tape, ensuring it completely covers and seals the opening to prevent leakage during ventilation.

  5. Replace the neck skin.

NOTE

If the used neck skin is in good condition, move the skin along to position a new section over the cricothyroid tapeIf the used neck skin is in good condition, move the skin along to position a new section over the cricothyroid tape.