Pediatric training manikin THE HUNGRY MANIKIN®

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This model was designed by nutrition nurses at Birmingham Children’s Hospital to demonstrate to parents/carers the technique for inserting nasogastric and gastrostomy tubes in children This simple to use simulator helps identify the stages of placement, ensuring that the nasogastric device is passed safely and correctly. This child manikin enables parents/carers to visualise the correct positioning of nasogastric and gastrostomy tubes and also practise the associated techniques Families have reported that The Hungry Manikin gave them invaluable practice and increased their confidence and understanding. Measurement, placement and securement of nasogastric tube Insertion of gastrostomy tube This manikin can accept a nasal bridle (not supplied) via the divided septum As the manikin accepts fluids, training in the following procedures is now possible: Aspiration of the stomach for confirming correct tube placement Measuring pH (acidity/alkalinity) of stomach aspirate Enteral feeding via nasogastric or gastrostomy tubes Administration of liquid based medicines The Hungry Manikin has been significantly improved so that fluids can be introduced into the stomach The transparent cover is now removable and, by means of a simple connector, the stomach can be removed for cleaning Movable epiglottis to demonstrate swallowing Transparent body - allowing trainees to observe the tube being passed Divided nasal septum – can accept nasal bridles Gastrostomy opening Representation of lungs and oesophagus