Intravascular Access of COVID-19 Patient Under Personal Protective Equipment

Intraosseous Versus Intravenous Access During COVID-19 Patients Performed by Paramedics Wearing Level C Personal Protective Equipment. A Multi-center Prospective Randomized Crossover Single-blinded Simulation Trial

The current COVID-19 pandemic, this is especially since the transmission of SARS-CoV-2 is thought to occur mainly through respiratory droplets generated by coughing and sneezing, by direct contact with contaminated surfaces and because in a large number of patients COVID-19 disease may be asymptomatic. As recommended by the CDC medical personnel should be equipped with full personal protective equipment (PPE) for AGP in contact with suspected/confirmed COVID-19 patient. Therefore, it is reasonable to search for the most effective methods of intravascular access in those conditions.

Inclusion Criteria:

• paramedic
• consent voluntary participation in the study
• none experience in resuscitation with personal protective equipment

Exclusion Criteria:

• refusal to participate in the study