This video demonstrates the techniques to perform an emergency cricothyroidotomy with the Cric Key. This video covers the following topics:

-How to unpack and prepare the equipment
-How to inspect the cuff for any defects
-How to find and palpate the cricothyroid membrane
-How to make the incisions in the skin and cricothyroid membrane
-How to secure site with the trach hook
-How to remove the bougie and inflate the cuff
-How to secure the device in place
-How to assess the patient after insertion

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