Ultrasound-Guided Thoracentesis Simulator
Simulate thoracentesis on both a torso and SP. Ultrasound-Guided Thoracentesis Simulator features two
types of puncture units: mid-scapular line access and mid-axillary line access. Strap-on (wearable) puncture
units facilitates hybrid training sessions with simulated patients.
types of puncture units: mid-scapular line access and mid-axillary line access. Strap-on (wearable) puncture
units facilitates hybrid training sessions with simulated patients.
Features
• Strap-on units to practice patient positioning and communication
• Two sites for access: right mid-scapular line and left mid-axillary line
• Volume of pleural effusion can be controlled to set different levels of difficulty
Skills
• Patient positioning
• Recognition of anatomical landmarks by ultrasound
• Assessment of level and volume of pleural effusion
• Determination of insertion site
• Needle insertion and collection of fluid