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.
Overview
- Easy to use model which gives learners and teachers confidence in skill acquisition
- Positive recognition of the accuracy of nasal swabs
- Avoiding teaching false negatives
Realism
- Differing left and right nostrils allow for training in anatomical nasal passages
Versatility
- Affordable accurate training can take place to gain confidence and increase accuracy of swab collection
Safety
- Latex free
Anatomy
- Anatomically accurate representation of adult head
- A tethered tongue allows for the student to manage the skill of tongue depression whilst taking a swab
Skills Gained
- Collection of diagnostic respiratory specimens
- Skills of tongue depression whilst pharyngeal swabbing
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Head and Shoulders
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Cross Sectional Model
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Syringe (30ml)
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Disposable Cup
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Instruction Manual
References
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