Laerdal Silicone Resuscitator Preterm Complete With Mask In Compact Case (85005333)

When responding to a neonatal emergency, having immediate access to specialized, properly sized equipment is critical to a successful outcome. The Laerdal Silicone Resuscitator Preterm Complete With Mask In Compact Case (85005333) equips healthcare professionals with a gold-standard solution for preterm airway management. Neatly organized in a rugged, space-saving compact case, this complete resuscitation kit ensures that delivery rooms, transport teams, and intensive care units are always prepared to deliver life-saving respiratory support to the most vulnerable patients.

Why Choose This Product?

Premature infants possess incredibly fragile lungs that require highly controlled, low-volume breaths to prevent severe tissue damage (barotrauma). Using standard pediatric or infant bags can easily lead to over-inflation. This specially calibrated Laerdal Silicone Resuscitator is designed specifically for preterm volumes. Furthermore, achieving a proper seal on a tiny face is notoriously difficult, which is why this kit thoughtfully includes two specialized mask sizes (Size 0 and Size 0/1). The premium silicone material provides unmatched tactile feedback, allowing the provider to physically feel airway resistance and lung compliance with every ventilation. Highly durable and fully autoclavable, this kit is a cost-effective, sustainable investment for high-volume medical facilities.

Key Features & Benefits

• Preterm-Specific Calibration: The specialized resuscitator bag delivers the exact, low-volume tidal breaths required to safely ventilate premature infants without causing lung injury.

• Two Mask Sizes Included: Comes complete with both Size 0 and Size 0/1 transparent silicone masks, ensuring a precise, non-traumatic seal on diverse preterm facial structures.

• Exceptional Tactile Feedback: High-quality medical-grade silicone construction provides excellent bag re-expansion and allows rescuers to continuously monitor patient lung compliance.

• Protective Compact Case: The hard-shell compact case protects the equipment from environmental damage and fits seamlessly into crash carts, incubators, and emergency transport bags.

• Reusable & Autoclavable: Designed for easy disassembly and rigorous high-temperature sterilization, extending the life of the product and supporting strict infection control protocols.

• 100% Latex-Free: Manufactured entirely without natural rubber latex, eliminating the risk of allergic reactions in highly sensitive neonatal patients.

Ideal Use Cases

• Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) and Special Care Nurseries.

• Hospital delivery rooms, labor wards, and maternity operating theaters for immediate post-birth resuscitation.

• Dedicated neonatal and pediatric transport teams (ground and air medical).

• Pediatric emergency departments requiring highly organized, rapid-access airway kits.

Directions for Use

1. Open the compact case and visually inspect the resuscitator bag, valves, and masks to ensure they have been properly sterilized and assembled.

2. Select the appropriate mask (Size 0 or 0/1) that covers the preterm infant’s nose and mouth without overlapping the eyes or extending past the chin.

3. Securely attach the chosen mask to the patient valve of the resuscitator.

4. If supplemental oxygen is required, connect the oxygen tubing to the designated intake port and attach the oxygen reservoir.

5. Position the mask over the infant’s face using a modified “C-E” grip to maintain an open airway and establish a leak-free seal.

6. Gently squeeze the silicone bag to deliver rescue breaths, carefully monitoring the infant’s chest rise and adjusting ventilation pressure based on tactile feedback.

Important Safety & Storage Information

• Storage: Keep the fully assembled or disassembled kit safely stored inside its compact case when not in use. Store in a clean, dry environment at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and harsh chemicals.

• Maintenance & Sterilization: This is a reusable medical device. Following every patient use, the entire system must be fully disassembled, cleaned, and sterilized (e.g., autoclaved) in strict accordance with Laerdal’s reprocessing guidelines and your facility’s infection control standards.

• Safety Warning: Neonatal resuscitation demands highly specialized techniques. This device should only be operated by medical personnel who are formally trained and certified in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) protocols.