Laerdal In-Service Home Care Training Simulator - Manual (Page 8)

Urinary Catheterization and Enema
Simulation:
For best results, catheters should be well lubricated with
manikin lubricant or full strength liquid soap prior to using.
After several uses, catheters may tend to “hang” when the
water has washed away the lubricant causing friction and
binding. If this occurs, generously lubricate a hard catheter
and insert into the anal or the urethral openings several
times.
Laerdal Recommends:
Size 16 French Catheter for urethral catheterization
7mm catheter for enema
Use warm water in reservoirs to keep soap from clogging
catheters. Make sure reservoirs are well drained of all
water before disconnecting valves.
Care and Maintenance:
1. Clean with mild soap and water; do not submerse
manikin, modules or parts in cleaning fluids or water.
2. Use only on clean surface. Avoid felt tipped markers, ink
pens, acetone, iodine or other staining products and
avoid placing the manikin/module on newsprint or inked
lines of any kind.
3. To ensure longevity, each manikin/module should be
cleaned after each training session and a general
inspection should be conducted regularly.
4. Modules and all other parts should be drained and air-
dried thoroughly before storage and disinfected when
needed. After use of injection pads (use water only),
accumulated water should be squeezed out. Do not
store wet foam pads in the skin. To prevent mildew
or mold, pads can be soaked in a mild solution of
disinfectant and water or bleach and water. Squeeze
excess solution from pads, allow them to dry, then store
or reinsert in manikin/module.
5. Articulating parts will benefit from a light application of
talcum powder prior to training sessions.
6. Store properly between teaching sessions.
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