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[0001] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problem of misplacement of the endotracheal tube of the intubated patient in the prehospital setting. Current practice involves the placement of the endotracheal tube without securing of the head and shoulders to an immovable object. The result leads to the possibility of misplacement from the trachea to the esophagus of the patient. This invention will provide immobilization to both areas to better the effects of the resuscitation efforts.
[0002] The invention consist of a platform on which a unconscious patient is placed and the head and shoulders secured in a manor to prevent movement. The design is created to provide for a naturally open airway passage in the adult patient. This invention also allows for easy placement of the endotracheal tube and provides support to maintain placement of the artificial airway. It is specifically designed for use in the prehospital setting where emergency medical technicians will be moving the patient.
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[0007] This invention consist of a base pillow that is designed to support the airway structures of the unconscious patient. The pillow is made of high density foam rubber molded to have a 2 inch platform for 8 inches in length and 14 inches in width. The platform will support an arched curve for 4 inches and have a 4 inch straight edge at the end of the arch. This arch will extend 4 inches from the bottom of the base. The pillow will be covered with a nonporous vinyl material. The material is sewn together with a nylon type thread using a standard or industrial sewing machine. The material must be stitched at the base of the arch to allow for proper angle on arch.
[0008] The material is cut using the measurements of the foam and allowing excess for stitching. Material is stitched together using a nylon based thread and a external stitch pattern. The seams are covered with a nylon fabric and stitched a second time to enhance appearance. The 4 inch head rest is filled with poly fiber and stitched closed with an external stitch. Included in the seams are 4 nylon straps with Velcro placed to secure on itself after being placed on the immobilization board or stretcher. There is also a fifth strap that is at least 24 inches in length with self closing Velcro positioned. This strap will met with a sixth strap with a plastic or metal ring through which the fifth strap is placed and secured. This sixth strap will be at least 18 inches in length. Both chest straps are sewn at the seam of base at the leading edge of the arch on opposing sides of the base.
[0009] The head restraints are constructed of the same high density foam rubber material. These are cut to measure 4 inches wide×4 inches in length×4 inches in height, with a width of only 2 inches on the top side. The inner side will have an angle of 60 degrees to allow for support of the patient's head. The non angled side will have a Velcro base and the bottom side will also have Velcro to attach to the base unit. The blocks will be accompanied by a nylon strap with Velcro to attach to the head immobilizers themselves. This will serve to prevent movement of the head during transport.
[0010] As stated the purpose is to prevent movement of the airway structures during transport of an unconscious patient. To achieve this, the invention is secured to a standard spinal immobilization board using the Velcro straps(