The trainer is very easy to use, making it ideal for training even in field conditions. It allows for quick and effective mastery of needle decompression for tension pneumothorax.

The trainer simulates the upper chest with precise anatomical and topographical landmarks for performing needle decompression. During training, one can clearly feel and identify the intercostal spaces (II and III), as well as the clavicle, ribs I, II, and III, and part of the sternum, which are located under a layer of silicone and made of plastic. The puncture is performed in the II or III intercostal space along the upper edge of the rib below, along the midclavicular line.

Advantages:

• Made of highly elastic silicone, allowing it to withstand a large number of punctures.
• For trainer renewal, a spare “skin” (separate option) is provided, which is applied to the trainer's surface and held firmly by silicone adhesion, significantly extending its service life.
• Easy to care for and requires no special maintenance.

Parameters:

• Material: silicone
• Silicone elasticity: 5 Shore
• Color: flesh-colored
• Weight: 0.415 kg
• Width: 120 mm
• Length: 200 mm

Skills:

1. Anatomical orientation:
   • Identification and recognition of anatomical structures of the upper chest.
   • Identification of the clavicle and intercostal spaces (II and III spaces).
   • Palpation and determination of the correct puncture site (upper edge of the rib below along the midclavicular line).
2. Needle decompression technique:
   • Performing the puncture in the appropriate intercostal space.
   • Inserting the needle at the correct angle and depth.
3. Procedural skills:
   • Preparation of necessary equipment for needle decompression.
   • Sterilization of the puncture site and application of aseptic techniques.
4. Assessment of procedure effectiveness:
   • Visual and tactile control of correct decompression performance.
   • Assessment of symptom relief for tension pneumothorax after the procedure.
5. Working in emergency conditions:
   • Performing needle decompression in stressful and field conditions.
   • Quick reaction and confident performance of the procedure in critical situations.
6. Communication and teamwork:
   • Interaction with other members of the medical team during emergency interventions.
   • Effective communication during the procedure in emergency conditions.

Scope of application:

This updated simulator is ideal for:

• Tactical medicine training: effective for military personnel and law enforcement officers.
• Emergency medical care training.
• Demonstrating needle decompression to students of general educational institutions (subject “Defense of Ukraine”), students of higher educational institutions of all levels, and paramedics.