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Maintenance
The following procedures will help lengthen the operational life of the
SimMom manikin.
– Pupil Replacement
– Eyelash Replacement
– Wig Care and Upkeep
– Neck Collar/Cricothyroid Replacement
– Arm Replacement
– Pneumothorax Bladder Replacement
– Thoracentesis Module Replacement
– Abdominal Skin Replacement
– Perineum/Birth Canal Skin Replacement
– Cervix Replacement
– Pelvic Floor Replacement
– Urine Reservoir Replacement
– Blood Reservoir Replacement
– Pelvis Replacement
– Replacing Baby Limbs
– VitalSim Battery Replacement
Pupil Replacement
SimMom is delivered with normal pupils installed in the eyes.
A separate kit included with SimMom contains plastic pupil inserts
(constricted and dilated).
To change the pupils:
1. Using the suction cup tool provided in the kit or with the edge
of your fingernail, carefully remove the pupil from the eye.
2. Replace the pupil with the desired insert, using the suction cup
tool or by gently pressing in place.
Eyelash Replacement
To replace manikin eyelashes:
1. Remove pupils. (See “Pupil Replacement” page 33.)
Note: If you fail to remove the pupils, you may accidently drip
glue on them. This causes them to become cloudy.
2. Using a toothpick, gently place the eyelash across the edge of the
manikin’s eyelid, starting at the corner nearest the nose.
Note: Only place the toothpick between the lashes, along the
white rim of the eyelash. Do not depress the lashes.
3. Drip a small amount of super glue onto a sheet of paper. Dip the
tip of the toothpick into the glue.
4. Using the toothpick, apply super glue sparingly along the top of
the eyelash where it meets the eyelid.
Wig Care and Upkeep
When brushing the wig, use combs and brushes that are specially
designed for wigs. If using a regular comb or brush, ensure that it has
a rubber tip at the end of each bristle or tooth. To ease brushing and
removal of tangles, use a wig spray as lubricant.
Note:
Avoid using combs and brushes without rubber tips.
These can damage and split the wig fibers. Avoid using hair
care products such as hair spray. These may damage the fibers.
To wash the wig:
Note: Avoid excessive washing. It shortens the lifespan of the
wig.
1. Remove tangles by gently brushing or separating the strands with
your fingers.