KKMW45 - Nasopharyngeal Swab Collection Simulator

Developed in response to training needs for COVID-19 identification and the collection of other respiratory specimens such as influenza, this model allows for the training of both nasal and pharyngeal swab collection.

The angled adult head and shoulders allow for pharyngeal swab training, where trainees can accurately learn the skill of tongue depression as the swab is taken.

For nasal swabs, the accuracy of key skill acquisition can be identified as the swab will appear pigmented when it is in the right position in the nasal cavity (with differing profiles in the left and right nostril). To aid the learner's understanding of the procedure, a cross sectional anatomical model is included.

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Interim Infection Prevention and Control recommendations for Patients with Suspected or Confirmed Coronavirus Disease 2019 in Healthcare Settings

When collecting diagnostic respiratory specimens (e.g., nasopharyngeal swab) from a patient with possible COVID-19, the following should occur: - Specimen collection should be performed in a normal examination room with the door closed. - HCP in the room should wear an N95 or higher-level respirator (or facemask if a respirator is not available), eye protection, gloves, and a gown. If respirators are not readily available, they should be prioritized for other procedures at higher risk for producing infectious aerosols (e.g., intubation), instead of for collecting nasopharyngeal swabs. - The number of HCP present during the procedure should be limited to only those essential for patient care and procedure support. Visitors should not be present for specimen collection. - Clean and disinfect procedure room surfaces promptly as described in the section on environmental infection control below. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2020

Laboratory investigations and sample requirements for diagnosis

Upper respiratory tract sample(s): single swab used for throat then nose into one pot of viral transport medium; a viral nose swab and a viral throat swab combined into one pot of viral transport medium, or a nasopharyngeal aspirate in a universal transport pot. Bacterial or charcoal swabs are not suitable. Public Health England, 2020

Covid-19 virus testing in NHS laboratories

Upper respiratory tract sample(s): combined viral nose and throat swab, or a viral nose swab and a viral throat swab combined into one pot of viral transport medium, or a single swab used for throat then nose, or a nasopharyngeal aspirate in a universal transport pot. NHS England, 2020

Nasopharyngeal specimen collection for Covid-19 testing

- Hold the swab with fingers placed on the score line. With the patient seated, if possible, tilt the head back 70 degrees, support the back of the head with your non-dominant hand. - Gently insert swab into the nostril along the septum floor of the nose extending straight back until the posterior nasopharynx is reached. - Rotate the swab several times while the swab is in contact with the nasopharyngeal wall. LabCorp, 2020

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Cotton Swabs for Colouring (x10, Blue)

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