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Product No. 60000

Abdominal Examination Trainer (Light Skin Tone)

Skin Tone:

Limbs & Things’ Abdominal Examination Trainer represents an anatomically accurate adult male torso featuring abdomen, pelvis and lower part of thorax along with key bony landmarks.

The Abdominal Examination Trainer is ideal for OSCE preparation and assessment, as our torso model enables trainees to practise the required techniques of palpation, auscultation and percussion elements of abdominal, or gastrointestinal (GI) examination.

The trainer comes with interchangeable pathological organs and tissue masses, including a variety of livers, spleens, abdominal aortas and various masses, that can all be quickly inserted on to the abdominal organ locator. Gaseous distension and ascites can also be simulated, providing the correct feel during symptom-based simulation.

The Abdominal Examination Trainer is also equipped with a built-in MP3 and has a memory stick with 3 pre-recorded audio sounds which are played at various locations in the abdomen and heard during auscultation with a stethoscope.

Take a couple of minutes to watch our video guide to the Limbs & Things Abdominal Examination Trainer.

 

Features

Overview

  • Trainer or Simulated Patient can vary the respiratory movement of liver and spleen
  • Built in MP3 with 3 pre-recorded audio sounds on a memory stick that can be heard at various locations in the abdomen during auscultation with a stethoscope.
  • Volume of bowel sounds can be adjusted, to extend the learning experience and hone trainees’ auscultation skills.
  • The distension set allows for realistic checking for ascites using percussion, shifting dullness or fluid thrill technique, and simulation of bowel obstruction on percussion and auscultation
  • The pulse bulb allows simulation of normal and aneurysmal aortic pulse

Realism

  • Contains both normal and abnormal pathologies of organs that react realistically under palpation and respond appropriately to percussion
  • Lifelike quality of abdominal skin accommodates for gaseous distension and ascites simulation
  • Realistic ballottement of enlarged kidney

Versatility

  • Removable abdominal skin allows for quick and easy changeover of organs during training
  • Suitable for both benchtop use and hybrid use with a Simulated Patient
  • Model can be rolled onto its side for examination of ascites and shifting dullness
  • Can be powered using AA batteries or by mains power cable.

Cleaning

  • Clean skin surface with soft, damp cloth and mild detergent

Safety

  • This product is latex free
  • Weight of model is within male and female health and safety limits for lifting to chest height
  • In the unlikely event that the Ascites Bag splits all affected product parts should be wiped down before continuing use.

Anatomy

  • Representation of lower thoracic and lumbar spine
  • Torso featuring abdomen, pelvis and lower part of thorax
  • Bony landmarks include ribs, costal margin, xiphisternum, pubic crest and anterior superior iliac spines
  • 3 Livers: slightly enlarged, enlarged with smooth edge and enlarged with irregular edge
  • 2 Spleens: slightly enlarged and markedly enlarged
  • 2 enlarged Kidneys
  • Distended Bladder
  • 2 Aortas: normal and aneurysmal
  • Set of 6 Abdominal Pathologies including 4 smooth masses and 2 irregular hard masses
  • Distension Set including Ascites bag, Gaseous Distension Bag, Pump and Foam Insert
Skills

Skills Gained

  • Familiarity with the regions and underlying abdominal anatomy of an adult patient
  • Practice in abdominal palpation, auscultation and percussion
  • Ability to recognize and differentiate a range of abnormal organs and pathologies
  • Identification of ascites, specifically shifting dullness and fluid thrill
  • Identification of gaseous distension and bowel obstruction
  • Ballottement of kidneys
  • Professional-to-patient communication (when used with a Simulated Patient)
Contains
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    Abdominal Examination Skin

    Product No. 60006

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    Abdominal Rectus Bag

    Product No. 60007

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    Abdominal Examination Organ Locator

    Product No. 60008

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    Abdominal Wall

    Product No. 60009

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    Abdominal Examination Livers (Set of 3)

    Product No. 60010

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    Abdominal Examination Spleens (Set of 2)

    Product No. 60011

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    Abdominal Examination Kidneys (Set of 2)

    Product No. 60012

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    Abdominal Examination Bladder

    Product No. 60013

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    Abdominal Examination Pathologies (Set of 6)

    Product No. 60014

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    Abdominal Examination Aortas (Set of 2)

    Product No. 60015

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    Abdominal Examination Distension Set

    Product No. 60016

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    Abdominal Examination Ascites Bag

    Product No. 60047

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    AE Speaker

    Product No. 60051

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    International 5v DC Power Supply

    Product No. 60053

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  • AA Batteries (x4)

    AA Batteries (x4)

  • 2 Carry cases

    2 Carry cases

Also contains: Abdominal Examination Base Unit (Product No. 60005)

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FAQ

What is the abdominal examination simulator used for?

Trainees can use the simulator to practice abdominal assessments, also known as gastrointestinal (GI) examinations. Different combinations of this product will help to identify a variety of gastrointestinal pathologies.

What skills can be learnt with the Abdominal Examination Trainer?

The Limbs & Things Abdominal Examination Trainer is ideal for OSCE preparation and assessment, and helps students gain key skills such as:

  • Identification of ascites, specifically shifting dullness and fluid thrill
  • Identification of gaseous distension and bowel obstruction
  • Ballottement of kidneys
  • Familiarity with the abdominal regions and underlying anatomy

What scenarios can be set up on the abdominal examination simulator?

Scenarios include:

  • Carcinoma or mass in the left iliac fossa
  • Liver metastasis
  • Lymphoma
  • Aortic aneurysm
  • Acute urinary retention
  • Ovarian cyst
  • Enlarged kidneys

How is the Abdominal Examination Trainer powered?

The trainer is run by a mains power cable, however, you can use 4 AA batteries if power is unavailable allowing it to be used in a range of environments.

Can additional sounds be added to the Abdominal Examination Trainer’s MP3 Player?

Yes, on the MP3 player there is an SD slot that can be used to add additional sounds which can be obtained online or recorded to increase variety and realism. The Pre-set options include normal and abnormal bowel sounds and aortic bruits.

Please note: an SD card is not supplied with this trainer.

What is the fluid within the Ascites Bag of the abdominal trainer?

The fluid consists of food grade glycerine which better simulates the feel of a stomach.

Why has the foam insert of the abdominal trainer changed colour?

The Distension Foam insert will naturally darken when exposed to UV light. This does not have any effect on the functionality of the foam.

How can I prevent kinks in the air inlet tube when using the Gaseous Distension Bag?

To prevent kinks, ensure that the air inlet tube is on the underside of the Gaseous Distension Bag and under the Distension Foam.

Can replacement parts be purchased for the Abdominal Examination Trainer?

Yes, replacements are available for all major parts of the abdominal trainer which can be purchased online.