Outline

This model is designed to develop the training skills in pneumothorax puncture, and closed thoracic drainage and postoperative care techniques.

Skills Gained

· Needle decompression of tension pneumothorax

· Closed thoracic drainage

· Postoperative care of drainage tube

Features

· Anatomy:

1)   Clavicle, ribs, manubriosternal joint, mammilla, pleural cavity, chest wall, muscle, vessels, nerves

2)   Representation of adult male thorax with arms raised

· Realism: Needle decompression air reservoirs provide realistic release of air on insertion of needle

· Key Features:

1)   This model supports puncture operation in the second intercostal space in the midclavicular line and thoracic closed drainage in the sixth intercostal space in the mid-axillary line

2)   A “pop” is felt as the needle enters the thoracic cavity

3)   Reservoirs can be filled with fluid or mock blood to represent pleural effusion

· Versatility: Affordable replaceable skin pads