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Helpful Hints
• There are four veins of three different sizes in this model. The front area of the
base displays four red circles that are the same size as the inside diameters of
the veins for visualization of the spaces when accessing. The large vein on the
left is deeply placed. Though the veins may visually appear large, accessing
and achieving a ashback can be challenging.
• The life of the veins will be maximized by the use of 20g needles in the large
and medium veins and 24g needles or smaller in the small vein. By changing
the access location each time and using sharp, non-burred needles, you can
access this venipuncture model 3,600 times, though customers often report that
they can access many more times than this.
• Store at to avoid deformation. Check that stopcock, bubble trap and bubble
trap cap are snapped securely in place before closing cover. Do not store with
items on top of the vein pad as it will take on the impression permanently.
Always store with the cover in place over the Dermalike II™ vein pad.
• All veins will produce a realistic “ashback” when accessed.
• The simulated blood is stain resistant.
• Avoid the use of dull or burred needles as these will damage the veins and
cause premature leakage.
• Depending on use, over time, it may become necessary to replace the tissue
pad and veins of the model. Replacement tissue pad/veins, items #2381/#2382,
are available for purchase and take approximately 5 minutes to install/replace.
See video: www.vatainc.com/2365video
• The simulated blood provided is only for use in models and is not intended for
any other use. To replace, use VATA’s simulated blood, items #1491 quart or
#1494 gallon. We do not recommend using VATA’s thicker simulated blood,
items #2491 quart or #2494 gallon, as the thicker blood does not ow as easily
though the veins. Our simulated blood is stain resistant. For best results, rinse
fabric with cold water as soon as possible after coming in contact with simulated
blood.
• Cleaning of the vein pad is best done by wiping with an alcohol wetted,
non-linting cloth. The pad should be permitted to air dry and then powdered with
cornstarch baby talc. Any excess talc can be removed with a dry cloth. If at any
time the vein pad becomes tacky to the touch, talc should be applied.
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