Vaussim Pleural 1 Module, VAPLE1
- Medex SKU:
- NSC-VAPLE1
- Packing Info:
- 1/Each
- Usually Ships:
- 7 - 10 Business Days
Description
Key Features
Pleural Ultrasound Scenarios: The module is specifically programmed with a library of cases (often 8 or more) that focus on pleural and lung ultrasound. These cases cover a variety of pathologies, such as pneumothorax (collapsed lung), pleural effusions (fluid in the chest), and interstitial syndrome.
Realistic Ultrasound Images: The VAPLE1 module provides a comprehensive library of realistic ultrasound images and videos that correspond to the specific pleural pathologies. When a student places a VausSim probe on a manikin, they will see an image simulating the relevant condition, such as the absence of lung sliding in a pneumothorax or B-lines in interstitial syndrome.
Instructor Control: The module works with the VausSim instructor interface, allowing the instructor to control the scenario in real-time. This includes changing the patient's pathological status, adjusting the severity of the condition, and providing objective feedback to the student.
Integrated System: The VAPLE1 module is designed to work seamlessly with the VausSim's core components, including the simulated ultrasound probes, the VausSim Simulated Reference System Module (VARRS), and the user-friendly interface.
High-Fidelity Training: By combining realistic images with a dynamic, instructor-controlled scenario, the module creates a high-fidelity simulation that accurately mimics a real clinical situation, allowing students to train for critical, time-sensitive diagnoses.
Key Uses
Emergency Medicine and Critical Care Training: The primary use is in medical and nursing schools, as well as hospital simulation centers, to train healthcare professionals in the use of Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) for rapid diagnosis of life-threatening conditions.
Lung Ultrasound Proficiency: The module allows students to practice and master the key skills of lung ultrasound, which is becoming a standard tool for diagnosing respiratory distress.
Scenario-Based Learning: Instructors can use the module to conduct immersive, scenario-based training where students must use ultrasound as a diagnostic tool to quickly identify and manage a simulated patient's condition.
Procedural Skills: While primarily for diagnosis, the module can also be used to train for ultrasound-guided procedures, such as thoracentesis (fluid removal from the chest).
Standardized Assessment: The module provides a standardized way to evaluate a student's ability to perform a pleural ultrasound and correctly interpret the images, ensuring consistent and objective assessment.