Paracentesis Trainer, Dark

Skills

• Familiarity with the abdominal region and underlying anatomy
• Palpation of anatomical landmarks
• Identification of abdominal organs under ultrasound, including floating bowel sign
• Identification of ascites.
• Insertion of needle or catheter insertion into the peritoneal cavity to obtain ascitic fluid for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes
• Palpation guided needle insertion
• Ultrasound guided needle insertion
• Professional to Patient communication when used with a standardized patient
• Torso featuring bony landmarks (pubis symphysis, iliac crest) and umbilicus
• Internal anatomy includes:
  • Liver
  • Bowel
  • Spleen
  • Floating Bowel

Features

• Offers dual functionality of palpation guided and ultrasound guided techniques for diagnostic or therapeutic procedures
• Echogenic organs allow for visualisation of the internal anatomy before carrying out ultrasound guided paracentesis procedures
• Paracentesis simulator is compatible with all ultrasound machines
• Large capacity water chambers for drainage practice
• Cost effective consumable pads
• Realistic tissue and needle response
• Paracentesis Pads are self-sealing and can withstand multiple needle insertions and rocket catheter insertions
• Suitable for both palpation and ultrasound guided techniques
• Simulated Patient: this product can be used with a simulated patient
• Effective simulation training is essential, as paracentesis is a common procedure that’s practiced across a wide range of disciplines around the world
• Echolucent pads and Echogenic organs inside the trainer give trainees the opportunity to become familiar with the internal anatomy under ultrasound, and recognizing how to safely insert a needle of catheter into the peritoneal cavity.