Teaching proper IV administration and blood transfusion techniques can be challenging and quite often very costly. DiaMedical USA and SimLabSolutions.com have found a cost-effective solution for instructors to provide a realistic way for students to practice these critical skills. These solutions can be applied to a variety of healthcare education settings and programs, including:
- Nursing
- Pharmacy
- EMT/EMS/First Responders
- Veterinary
- MD
- DO
Simulation labs and training centers around the world rely on an assortment of ways to train their students on the art of IV Administration and Blood Transfusion. Schools will often use expired IV medication when training students to run a line or connect to an infusion pump, despite the fact that is not recommended by the Foundation for Healthcare Simulation Safety. Although this is a great way for students to practice with the “real thing”, it puts the student and the school at an unnecessary risk. From accidental injection to various spill and containment situations, using the “real thing” can open up a real can of worms!
DiaMedical USA and SimLabSolutions have created a line of Simulated IV Fluids that allows the students to practice with fluids that look and feel like the “real” thing, with minimal risks. These fluids are labeled and packaged nearly identical to IV fluid used in a hospital setting. However, they are clearly labeled for simulation use only, in order to minimize the risks associated with IV administration training. They are also filled with distilled water for use with any fidelity manikin or trainer, as recommended by most major manufacturers.
Our IV bags come in an assortment of sizes and can be retrofitted with customizable labels for flexibility in simulation scenarios. Not only are these bags almost identical to the actual medication they are mimicking, they only run a dollar or two each, and are even more cost effective when bought by the case! They’re also more reliable than expired medications, as our Simulated IV Fluids are consistently available, meaning you’ll never have to worry about a shortage or backorder!
SimLabSolutions also carries a line of Simulated Blood, Plasma and Platelets perfect for teaching blood transfusion. These bags are available in all 8 blood types in both our Signature and Stainless options. Our Signature Blood is more viscous and realistic. While our Stainless Simulated Blood was specifically created to be less viscous and stain free when used with Phlebotomy Arms and any fidelity manikin!
Whether you are teaching IV Administration or blood transfusion, DiaMedical USA and SimLabSolutions.com have all the necessary solutions needed to perform these routine but valuable techniques with hands on experience. Have any questions? Call 877-593-6011 to learn more!
