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Reference 11497 · Task trainer

Wearable Thoracentesis Model

  • Task trainer
  • Pulmonology
  • Main product
  • Medicine

This model is an ideal choice for thoracentesis training with true-to-life skin feel and touch, accurate anatomical structure. It can be applied to patient simulators or SP’s, which adds more realism to different scenarios. Realistic resistance to needle tips and correct landmarks provide…

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Available in Spain, Portugal and Andorra · delivery time given in the proposal

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Description

What this equipment is and what it's designed for.

Outline

This model is an ideal choice for thoracentesis training with true-to-life skin feel and touch, accurate anatomical structure. It can be applied to patient simulators or SP’s, which adds more realism to different scenarios. Realistic resistance to needle tips and correct landmarks provide excellent hands-on experience.

Skills Gained

  • Anatomical understanding and palpation
  • Needle decompression
  • Thoracentesis
  • Chest tube skills

Features

  • Anatomy: Accurate anatomical structures of ribs, intercostal space and sternal angle
  • Realism: Advanced material for true-to-life skin touch, feel and puncture

· Key Features

  • Durable and replaceable skin and reservoir
  • Resistance & “pop” felt through the needles
  • Correct adult anatomy
  • Protective board for operation safety
  • Audible hiss or available fluid after successful puncture

Specifications

  • Gross weight (kg): 9
  • Packing size (cm): 52.3 x 38.3 x 21.5
  • Product size(mm): 523×388×215
Knowledge

What you learn

Task trainer modality. The competencies this equipment trains, in the language of the training plan.

  • Palpar las costillas, el espacio intercostal y el ángulo esternal para localizar el punto.
  • Realizar la descompresión con aguja.
  • Ejecutar la toracocentesis.
  • Aplicar la técnica del tubo torácico.
  • Reconocer el chasquido y el silbido que confirman la punción correcta.

Related procedures: Thoracentesis

Knowledge

Cases and pathologies

The clinical scenarios that can be simulated with this equipment.

  • Neumotórax a tensión.
  • Derrame pleural que precisa toracocentesis.
  • Escenario simulado con paciente estandarizado que lleva el modelo puesto.
  • Traumatismo torácico en la urgencia.
Catalogue

Features and what's included

What the equipment does and what comes in the box, as described by the manufacturer.

Features

  • Modelo vestible: se aplica sobre simuladores de paciente o sobre pacientes estandarizados.
  • Estructuras anatómicas fieles de las costillas, del espacio intercostal y del ángulo esternal.
  • Resistencia y chasquido perceptibles a través de la aguja.
  • Silbido audible o salida de líquido tras una punción correcta.
  • Piel y depósito duraderos y sustituibles.
  • Placa protectora para la seguridad durante la maniobra; peso bruto de 9 kg.
Technical

Services for this equipment

Services matter: the equipment gets commissioned, the staff know how to use it and maintenance is settled before you start. Include them in your budget and avoid having to raise a second purchase.

  • Preventive maintenance We'll let you know when it's due
Technical

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