What makes training with the simulator unique?

As many of you are aware simulation manikins allow the participant to experience a more lifelike experience during their mock code. Simulation allows you to run a real time code or emergency situation. The instructor is able to monitor the efficacy of interventions such as CPR and rescue ventilation on the computer screen and provide immediate feedback to the participant. Participants are able to check blood pressures, check pulses, listen to heart sounds, listen to breath sounds (which depending on the situation may sound normal or may be abnormal [wheezing, crackles, etc]), you are able to start IV’s, intubate, perform emergent invasive airway procedures if warranted, etc.

Probably the most important element of a simulation manikin is its versatility. It can be used in an ambulatory care setting which rarely sees medical emergencies where the only advanced equipment is and AED and resuscitation bag to the ICU setting that sees medical emergencies on a regular basis and has all state of art resuscitation equipment and everything in between.