Erler Zimmer simulator for ultrasound-guided thoracentesis in detail
The simulator for ultrasound-guided thoracentesis offers you the opportunity to train on two types of puncture units: the mid-scapular line and the mid-axillary approach. This simulator allows you to practice various aspects of thoracentesis, including patient positioning, locating anatomical landmarks by ultrasound, determining the degree and volume of pleural effusion, finding the puncture site, needle puncture and fluid aspiration.
The most important features of this simulator are an excellent ultrasound image, palpable ribs, strap-on puncture sites for patient positioning and communication practice with the patient, a body torso for individual practice and two puncture units for the mid-scapular line and the mid-axillary approach. In addition, the volume of the pleural effusion can be varied to simulate different levels of difficulty. You can also aspirate fluid and simulate the risk of complications. You can also check the stitch direction.
Advantages
- Ultrasound-guided thoracentesis training
- Two training options: mid-scapular line and mid-axillary approach
- Practice various aspects of thoracentesis
Ideally suited for
- Hospitals
- Healthcare centres
- Training facilities
- Research facilities