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Performing Simulations
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To connect the blood pressure cuff:
1. Place blood pressure cuff on blood pressure arm.
2. Attach clear tubing on cuff to the matching clear pneumatic
tubing exiting the torso underneath the blood pressure arm.
3. Ensure that both the 37 pin connector cable and the clear
pneumatic tubing exiting the lower right side of the manikin are
connected to the VitalSim control Unit.
Note: The speaker for the Manikin’s blood pressure is located
in the right antecubital fossa.
Preparing for IV Simulations
Both manikin arms provide radial IV access through female luer fittings,
and support training for IV drug administration.
Connect IV outlet tubes exiting backside of the arm to IV fluid
collection bags. For realism, place collection bags discretely out of
sight from scenario participants.
Connect the male luer connector of the IV bag (not included) to the
female luer connector on the manikin’s forearm.
When performing IV simulation, use only distilled or de-ionized water
to prevent clogging of the system.
Cleaning IV Arms
Clean the IV arms after each session or day of use by flushing them
with 60% isopropanol or 70% ethanol.
Intramuscular Injection (IM) Site Use and Care
There are four sites for intramuscular injections. They are located on
the left and right deltoid and thigh. The IM pads are foam filled and
can be injected with fluids. Using a 22 gauge needle increases the
longevity of the “skins”.
Immediately after use, the IM pads must be removed from the manikin
and allowed to air dry. The IM pads can be squeezed like a sponge to
remove fluids. The IM deltoid pads have a foam interior that must be
removed for drying. The foam is removed through a slit in the back of
the pad. Talcum powder may be used to ease the reinsertion of the
foam into the skin.
Birthing Positions
By manipulating the manikin’s limbs and rotating its shoulder and hip
joints, it can simulate the following birthing positions:
1. Supine 4. Left lateral
2. Semi-recumbent 5. Legs in stirrups
3. All fours 6. McRoberts
Preparing Baby for Delivery
SimMom is delivered with a birthing baby that can be placed in
multiple positions in order to simulate normal, difficult, instrumental
and placenta deliveries.
Connecting Umbilical Cord
If cord cutting is required, attach one of the cuttable umbilical cords to
the connector, and push second connector into free end of tube.
Then push the other end of second connector into the umbilical hole
on baby’s abdomen.
If cord cutting not required, simply push the umbilical cord connector
directly into the umbilical hole on baby’s abdomen.