Life/Form Micro Preemie Intubation Simulator (Light)

Designed to represent a 25-week neonate, the Life/Form Micro Preemie Intubation Simulator (Light) has a soft and flexible body with various built-in features that make it an invaluable demonstration tool. Premature babies need delicate handling and the extraordinary realism of this manikin with its lack of muscle tone and pose allows the user to have a life-like training experience.

What's Included?

• Micro Preemie simulator
• Diaper
• Hat (colour may vary)
• Umbilicus
• Omphalocele
• Neural tube defect
• Bilateral chest block
• Unilateral chest block
• Airway
• 3cc syringe
• 25-gauge butterfly needle
• Lubricant
• Blood powder
• Bulb and tube assembly

Who Can Use the Micro Preemie Simulator?

Due to the realistic features allowing for the practice of numerous commonly performed procedures, this manikin is suitable for users such as:

• Medical students
• Paediatricians
• Midwives
• NICU (New born intensive care unit)
• Nursing schools

What Features Are Included?

• Soft and flexible for easy handling
• Realistic proportions for a life-like training experience 
• Replaceable airways for prolonged use of manikin
• Two different lung blocks to simulate bilateral expansion and a collapsed lung
• Umbilical stump has one functional vessel that fits into the abdomen
• The umbilicus reservoir can be used to either draw or receive fluids with a maximum capacity of 5cc
• The non-functional stoma can be positioned externally or pulled out and reinserted with the skin 
• Four moulded IV sites in the right scalp, right foot, left arm and left hand

What Procedures Can Be Performed with the Preemie Simulator?

This Life/Form simulator can be used as a teaching aid for general baby care such as cleaning, bathing and nappy changing as well as clinical procedures, including:

• Airway breathing and ventilation
• Intubation
• Suctioning
• Stoma care
• IV transfusion
• Chest tube insertion
• Simulated breathing
• Skin and wound care

What Devices Are Compatible with the Preemie Manikin?

You can attach various monitors, sensors and electrodes to this manikin making it an extremely versatile demonstration tool.

• The baby will accept a functioning 2.5mm I.D. endotracheal tube (not included) with #0 Miller Blade
• The left nostril will accept a 5FR nasogastric feeding tube (not provided)
• A permanent site in the baby's right side accept a non-functioning 8-10FR chest tube for placement and care practice

Is This Available As a Dark Manikin?

Yes, the Life/Form Micro Preenie Intubation Simulator (Dark) is also available on our website.

How Long Will the Manikin Last?

The Life/Form Micro Preemie Simulator is made of durable materials and comes with five years warranty.

Do You Sell Other Life/Form Products?

Yes. Life/Form are a leading brand in medical and first aid training tools and you can browse our range of Life/Form Manikins and Trainers on our website.

Cleaning and Care Instructions

• As the arms and legs of the baby manikin are flexible, avoid forcing them into extreme positions
• The manikin is completely immersible in water and may be washed with mild soap or detergent
• Always allow all components to dry thoroughly before storage
• Baby powder can be applied to the baby and its components for a less tacky skin surface

Additional Download

• User Instructions