Nasco Lifeform LF01087U User manual

Central Venous
Cannulation Simulator
LF01087U
Instruction Manual
Products by Nasco
WARNING: Products may
contain dry natural rubber.
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Project Consultant
The design and assembly of this simulator would
not have been possible
without the cooperation
and expertise furnished to us by:
•Forrest M. Gridley, M.A., P.A.-C.
•Division of Urology, Department of Surgery
•Physician Assistant Program
•Emergency Medical Services Program
•University of Wisconsin-Madison
About the Simulator
The Life/form®Central Venous Cannulation
Simulator is anatomically and functionally correct;
it is designed to instruct medical personnel in the
practice of central venous cannulation. The sim-
ulator incorporates superficial anatomical detail
and functional accuracy to simulate the clinical
experience.
List of Components
A. Torso Base
B. Muscle Bone Insert
C. Skin Overlay
D. 2 Fluid Bags, 1,500 ml
E. 22-gauge Needle
F. Baby Powder
G. 1 qt. Life/form® Venous Blood
H. 6 Subclavian Tubes (20")
I. 6 Internal Jugular Veins (20")
J. 6 External Jugular Veins (34")
K. 1 Carotid Pulse Tubing
L. 1 “Y” Connector
M. 12 Strapping Ties
N. Instruction Manual (Not Pictured)
O. Hard Carry Case
P. 4 Small White Towelettes
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General Information About the Simulator
Procedures Which May Be Performed
A. Subclavian Vein Approaches
1. Infraclavicular
2. Supraclavicular
B. Internal Jugular Vein Approaches
1. Anterior
2. Central
3. Posterior
C. External Jugular Approach
The external jugular vein portion of the simu-
lator can be set up alone in the simulator or
in conjunction with the other vein systems if
desired.
In addition, the Central Venous Cannulation
Simulator offers other features that extend the
application of this instructional aid to include
demonstration of anatomical landmarks for:
1. Pericardiocentesis
2. Thoracentesis
D. Replicate Bilateral Carotid Pulse (Manual)
Preparing the Simulator for Use
Inspect the contents to be certain all
necessary components are includ-
ed (see “List of Components”).
Generously powder the torso base
of the simulator if desired for a less
sticky surface to ease tubing into
simulator. Following this, powder
the muscle bone insert if desired.
(See figures 1 & 2.)
Figure 1
Figure 2
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With the muscle bone insert lying upside down (ster-
num touching table), locate the subclavian vein tubing
(letter H in list of components and components image).
This is the largest diameter tube supplied. It is knotted
at the end. Place into the simulator with the knotted end
inside the muscle bone insert. (See figure 3.)
Finally, position the external jugular vein, starting with
the knotted end at the lower edge. Run the vein along
the outside edge and through the hole to the front side
of the muscle bone insert. Continue following the vein
channel on the front side. (See figure 5.)
Next, position the internal jugular vein tubing (letter I in
the list of components). This tube is short and small in
diameter. Insert tubing over the top of the subclavian
vein tubing, keeping the knot inside the muscle bone
insert. Both the subclavian and internal jugular fit into
“grooves” or “channels.” (See figure 4.)
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 5
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