Laerdal SimMan 3G - Manual (Page 4)

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INTRODUCTION
SimMan 3G Patient Simulator
For Advanced Clinical Simulation
SimMan 3G is an advanced patient simulation system that facilitates
training of Basic and Advanced Life Support. The system allows the
instructor to effectively assess the learner’s individual and team skills
based on a realistic clinical situation.
SimMan 3G allows observation and recognition of most vital signs.
This is achieved through direct interaction with the Patient Simulator
and observation of the Patient Simulator’s status as viewed on the
Patient Monitor.
The SimMan 3G Simulation System Features
Include:
– An advanced configurable airway, comprised of adjustable lung
compliance and resistance - allowing simulation of difficult airway
management cases.
– Eyes that respond to light and react according to the clinical
state of the Patient Simulator.
– RFID Technology for automatic recognition of drugs and airway
devices.
– Auto measurement of volume and concentration for drugs and
IV fluids.
– Bleeding and Wound Modules are fed from an internal blood
reservoir. An external Blood Fill Unit may be connected for
extended bleeding cases.
– Simulated Secretions: sweat, tears, froth, urine and ear fluids are
fed from an internal fluid reservoir. An external Fluid Fill Unit
may be connected for extended use.
– Convulsions simulate seizures or small hand movements.
– Focus on Quality CPR (QCPR): measurement and feedback
according to the 2005 and 2010 Guidelines.
– Vascular Access (intra-osseous) via the tibia.
– Automatic Simulation Control based on preprogrammed and
validated Patient Cases.
The Main Components of the SimMan 3G
System:
SimMan 3G is an adult life-size wireless Patient Simulator, with
internal battery power, internal air compressor and fluid reservoirs.
Interventions by learners are registered by the system in the session
log, and used for later debriefing.
The Instructor PC controls the simulation. The headset allows the
instructor to simulate interactive voice communication between the
patient and the learner.
Software available for use with the simulator includes LLEAP for
controlling scenarios, SimDesigner for creating and editing scenarios,
SimView server or SessionViewer for debriefing simulation sessions
with video capture and a Patient Monitor application.
WLAN Communication
Communication between the Patient Simulator and the PCs is based
on WLAN communication. The Patient Simulator and PCs can also
be connected to a LAN cable network, and WLAN disabled.