This injectable arm provides an economical and convenient training option for teaching venipuncture and IV insertion in the classroom or on the go.
General Overview
This all-in-one practice arm offers realistic skin and veins that may be punctured repeatedly for training in venipuncture and injection techniques, including starting IVs and introducing over-the-needle IV catheters. Convenient and affordable, the trainer comes with everything students need to start practicing. The lightweight carrying case transforms into a workstation to allow for skills practice anytime and any place. Realistic skin and veins may be punctured hundreds of times.
Key Features and Benefits
Life/form® Portable IV Arm (Light Skin) features:
Skin that rolls as students palpate the vein, and that may be punctured repeatedly
Realistic, injectable veins at the antecubital fossa and along the forearm
Simulated blood
Realistic flashback
Training capabilities in venipuncture and IV starting
Plastic case that converts into a workstation
Avoids patient injury and liability from using live volunteers
Lets students feel the characteristic "pop" of a needle penetrating the vein
Multiple vein locations let students practice venipuncture at any of the common sites
Lightweight, self-contained trainer is packaged in a plastic case that can be converted into a workstation for easy transport and setup
Comes with:
Practice arm
3 cc syringe
12 cc syringe
12-gauge needle
Packet of blood powder
Spoon for mixing blood powder
2 fluid supply bags
Plastic fluid supply stand
Winged infusion set
2 pinch clamps
Instructions for use
Storage case
3-year manufacturer's warranty
Dimensions and Specifications
Shipping weight: 2.25 lb
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*The American Heart Association strongly promotes knowledge & proficiency in BLS, ACLS, & PALS & has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the American Heart Association. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course material, do not represent income to the Association.
