Kappler @Kaptain
KED
KED
Whats everyones thoughts on the kendrick extrication device?
Pros & Cons?
Milko_31@Milko_31
Check out ANZCOR Guideline 9.1.6 before considering any rigid (which the KED is considered) spinal immobilisation.
Specifically:
โSpinal immobilisation can expose victims to risks associated with specific devices and the time taken in application leads to delays in transportโ
Andrew Hunter@ChykanHunter
A few key points in regards to my interpretation of the above guidelines and what I pass on in training.
4.0 Situation dependent, room you have to work with, equipment you have on hand and how many people you can get around the person. Applying an Extrication Jacket or half rigid board device can assist in removing the patient quicker and with less movement. Spine board slide is always preferred, if you can get it into position.
4.1 Always use soft collars, even if applying an Extrication Jacket. When transporting patients you can see greater comfort levels.
4.2 Always transfer patient onto the ambulance stretcher. Never leave on spine board or in immobilisation jacket for transport.
Depending on the distance I have to go between the extrication and the ambulance I use the old technique of towel rolls, to assist with head movement while in a soft collar. Also spider straps and figure 8 bandage around the ankles. If we are putting them on a spine board for extraction, to prevent movement and jiggly twisting. Let us do that, without causing the harsh traction of a semi ridgid collar or body flailing about.
For rope rescue you can't go past the Safe right body splint, bridal is built in and is comfortable for the patient. saferight.com.au/....
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Andrew Hunter@ChykanHunter
Andrew Hunter@ChykanHunter
Towel Roll Technique.
Andrew Hunter@ChykanHunter
@Kaptain The best is probably the NEANN NIEJ neann.com.au/... Easy to clean, leg straps go where they should when seesawed in correctly, great buckles, pads and straps.
Kendrick modelled the KED Pro after the features of the NIEJ.
DO NOT ever use the KED Pro for vertical lifting as shown in the manual, high risk of spinal extension, just can't get the leg loops tight enough.
Great to use both products for pelvic and femur stabilisation, if you have nothing else.
Spencer SED is not a good device. Modelled on the original KED crappy buckles and length.
Ferno XT Pro half board is also a great device. ferno.it/... Everyone should have a NIEJ and XT Pro on their appliance.
NEANN NIEJ (Immobilisation & Extrication Jacket) - includes carry bag
NEANN NIEJ (Immobilisation & Extrication Jacket) The NEANN Immobilisation & Extrication Jacket (NIEJ) is cervical splint and extrication device is the standard extrication jacket in the Queensland and NSW Ambulance Services replacing the aging and outdated KED. Designed and manufactured by RAPP Australia Pty Ltd, the NIEJ combines many of the best features of current extrication jackets on the market and removes many of the common complaints of users.
Mikayla Hayes@Mikayla
Wouldn't use a KED for the situation in the photo ๐คฃ
However they are an amazing devise for suspected spinal/trauma ๐๐ผ
Great for ERT and lead medic to learn too
Kappler@Kaptain
@Mikayla hahaha yeah the photo was to grab attention so im picking up what your putting down.
What are your thoughts on a quick extrication and the KED
Andrew Hunter@ChykanHunter
@Kaptain Rapid 2 person extraction with Ferno XT Pro youtu.be/...
Fernoยฎ XT Extrication dev complete
Easy to work with and have low weight. Produced in composite material with in-built head immoblization and color-coded patient restraints. Level 1 makes is p...