Here is a recommended open ‘finger’ thoracostomy technique for ventilated patients as taught by Dr Geoff Healy at Sydney HEMS Team Induction training August 2015, using porcine tissue.
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An other fundamental procedure for prehospital emergency care teached on animal model at Sidney HEMS.
Enjoy the video.
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