Outline

This is a wearable thoracentesis model with electronic detection. It can be worn by SPs or manikins for needle decompression and chest tube trainings. It consists of a protective vest, a chest module, a control box and a remote control.

Skills Gained

· Anatomical familiarity

· Needle decompression

· Chest tube operation

· Breathing sound auscultation

Features

· Anatomy: there is realistic simulated skeleton inside, including bilateral clavicle, bilateral 1st rib to 8th rib, manubrium sternum and other bone structures; puncture site can be determined by palpating the ribs, intercostal space, and sternal angle

· Realism: life-like adult male chest appearance, feel and touch; can be worn by a real person

· The chest module simulates the part from the upper sternal fossa & clavicle to the upper abdomen

· Thoracentesis can be done between the 2nd and 3rd intercostal space of both sides

· The pneumothorax module can be filled with air automatically

· A sense of breakthrough can be felt when needles enter the pleural cavity; there will be air coming out for successful puncture

· Real chest seal can be used with this product for open pneumothorax treatment

· Voice guidance for thoracentesis operation; voice feedback for successful puncture

· Bilateral 6-8 intercostal space supports puncture for fluid in the chest; a sense of breakthrough can be felt when needles enter the pleural cavity; there will be fluid coming out for successful operation

· Spontaneous breathing with bilateral chest rise and fall controlled by a wireless remote control

· The remote control can communicate with the model within 20 meters distance

· 2 breathing sound auscultation sites on both sides

· When there is chest rise and fall, use real stethoscope can hear breathing sound; no chest movement, no breathing sound

· Durable puncture module supports 400 punctures (test report can be provided)

· Easy and fast puncture module replacement

· Protective plate with the vest for safe operations

· Built-in battery in the control box for 4 continuous outdoor use; voice feedback for low battery

· Indoor power connection available for long-time use

· Fast and easy connection between the chest module and the control box