CAE SimEquip User manual

CAE SimEquip
Getting Started Guide

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CONTENTS
Introduction ................................................................................................................ 5
Virtual Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
SimEquip Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Contained In This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Cautions and Warnings .............................................................................................. 9
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Ergonomics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Setup .......................................................................................................................... 11
Before Setting Up SimEquip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Portable Simulation Setup Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Step 1. Remove Equipment from Boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Step 2. Connect Breathing Circuit or Medical Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Step 3. Power On Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Step 4. Connect to WiFi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Step 5. Launch Maestro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Step 6. Launch SimEquip Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Bedside Medical Cart Simulation Setup Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Step 1. Remove Equipment from Boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Step 2. Attach Monitors to Cart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Step 3. Attach Articulating Arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Step 4. Connect Medical Attachments and Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Step 5. Power on Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Step 6. Connect to WiFi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Step 7. Launch Maestro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Step 8. Launch SimEquip Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Step 9. Launch Patient Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Appendix A - Troubleshooting................................................................................. 57
Connection Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Connection Failed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Simulator Manual Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Warning Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Maestro Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Simulation Not Compatible. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

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Appendix B - Software Upgrades ............................................................................ 61
Upgrading Maestro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Upgrading SimEquip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

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Introduction
INTRODUCTION
The CAE SimEquip™ is a collection of tools that expertly simulates a variety of medical devices. These
tools can be used for complex Simulated Clinical Experiences, improving training in both mobile and
bedside applications. SimEquip is based on CAE’s Maestro software platform allowing users to
practice subject-specific techniques and methods in ventilation, anesthesia, and cardiac resuscitation
with patient simulators or standalone devices.
The simulated equipment is not intended to replace any courses or hands-on sessions with live
subjects, but should be implemented as part of a blended learning solution.
IMPORTANT: The simulator is not intended to diagnose or identify life-threatening conditions in a
live patient.
SimEquip provides simulated medical devices and accessories for:
CAE SimEquip
CAE SimEquip Simulations
Portable Devices and
Bag
CAE SimEquip Defibrillator
CAE SimEquip AED
CAE SimEquip Transport Ventilator
Bedside Devices and
Medical Cart
CAE SimEquip Ventilator
CAE SimEquip Anesthesia

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The Sim Equip system is designed for compatiability with the following CAE patient simulators using
Maestro:
• Apollo
• Ares
• Athena
• Juno
• Embody (CAE’s virtual patient)
Note: Patient simulators are sold separately from the SimEquip system. Embody is included with the
Maestro standalone package.
Virtual Equipment
CAE SimEquip offers virtual equipment that may be used during simulation, providing user interfaces
that mirror authentic medical equipment. Running equipment, modifying settings, and applying
treatments will impact the physiology of the patient status in the CAE Maestro software offering a
deeper learning experience.
Virtual equipment options include:
•SimEquip AED - a virtual automated external defibrillator that is easy to use, providing
audible prompts guiding the learner on appropriate actions to take.
•SimEquip Defibrillator - an electrotherapy device that simulates cardiac pacing,
cardioversion and defibrillation to the virtual patient during the simulation, providing the
learner with knowledge of how to use this life-saving device.
•SimEquip Transport Ventilator - has many of the same features as the SimEquip
Ventilator, though providing an interface that more closely resembles equipment used for
portable respiratory support.
•SimEquip Ventilator - offers both invasive and non-invasive options, various modes, and
a display featuring waveforms and audible alarms. Much like bedside medical equipment,
the virtual ventilator allows for monitoring and treating the virtual patient with respiratory
needs.
•SimEquip Anesthesia - provides the learner with anesthesia technology, by delivering the
ability to virtually administer medical gases, adjusting pressure and flow while monitoring
and providing ventilatory support.
º CAEPatient Monitor - included with the SimEquip Anesthesia, this provides the
ability to dynamically capture a patient’s status from the display. Some of the on-
screen patient monitor features are: 12-Lead ECG reports and preconfigured layouts
or the ability to modify settings for the user’s preference.

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SimEquip Software
The following identifies the software version associated with the release of this guide.
Contained In This Guide
This Getting Started Guide provides information regarding:
• Cautions and Warnings
• Setup
• Appendix A - Troubleshooting
• Appendix B - Software Upgrades
For further information on using the SimEquip software and Virtual Equipment applications, see the
SimEquip User Guide which may be found on the CAE website at https://caehealthcare.com/support/
user-guides/
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CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
Please read and understand these cautions and warnings before you begin using SimEquip.
General
• When unpacking equipment for the first time, use box cutters carefully to protect both the
packaging and the product.
• Be careful when unpacking the Medical Cart. There may be sharp metal corners and
edges.
• Do not use equipment in a manner that is not specified by the manufacturer.
• Keep all electronic equipment free from high humidity or liquids.
• Do not leave the hardware powered on when the simulator is not in use.
Operations
• When using the medical cart, always ensure the computer and monitor are plugged into a
power source during simulator operation.
• Do not use or connect any USB device or cable to the devices other than the those
provided.
• When installing equipment near an electric outlet, ensure cables do not represent a
hazard.
• Allow for plenty of room when setting up the medical cart and accessories. There will be
cords, cables and hoses used that may present tripping hazards. The power cord will be 6’
or 7’ long (depending upon the country). During assembly, keep the long power cord
around the metal wrap attached to the power bar box.
• Avoid weighing down the equipment with any tools or accessories not relevant to the
immediate exercise.
• Refrain from bending, kinking, or stepping on breathing tubes and medical hoses.
• Be aware and avoid people when maneuvering the equipment on the medical cart.
Injuries may occur.
• Injuries may occur if the monitors and/or the cart falls or tips over.
• Always lock the caster wheels on the medical cart to ensure stability during setup and
operations.
• NEVER attach medical gas hoses to real gas sources. These hoses are intended for
simulation purposes only.
• Keep side flaps on the Transport Bag closed when not in use, to avoid debris from
accumulating inside of bag and on equipment.

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Ergonomics
• Viewing a monitor screen for extended periods of time may result in eye strain.
• Lock the caster wheels on the medical cart to ensure proper orientation of monitors,
display, and buttons. Equipment misuse and ergonomic injuries may result from improper
setup.