Safety device for ventilatory assistance: Conectony - minimizing risks in the COVID-19 context

Abstract

Objective: To present the experience report of the collaborative action that made possible, based on the idea of innovation proposed by the author, the making of CONECTONY. This is a safety device consisting of two connectors interconnected by a segment of flexible tube that aims to extend the tracheostomy cannula and enable clamping with a strong clamp, allowing to meet the recommendations of the main healthcare companies, national and international, regarding the manipulation of the advanced airway in patients affected by COVID-19. Methodology: Descriptive study like an experience report based on the Design thinking process. Experience Report: Based on the technical specifications and measures provided by the author, a professor of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering carried out the construction of the technical design of the parts for printing in 3D format. The 3D printed prototype demonstrated perfect adaptability to the tracheostomy cannula and to the ventilatory assistance connectors and circuits. Final considerations: Incorporating the use of the CONECTONY device into healthcare practice and nursing care for tracheostomized patients, has the potential to provide greater safety to health professionals, minimizing the risk of contamination by COVID-19