Nita Newborn

OVERVIEW

• Veins specifically designed with a small internal diameter, to make accessing more challenging

REALISM

• Life-like umbilicus allowing repeated use of a 5FR umbilical catheter to access the umbilical vein
• A “pop” is felt as the needle enters the vein with a realistic flashback of blood confirming proper needle placement
• Umbilical tape can be tied around the umbilicus to secure the catheter

SAFETY

• Latex free

ANATOMY

• Venipuncture sites include:
  • Median, basilic and axillary sites in both arms
  • Saphenous and popliteal veins in right leg
  • External jugular and temporal veins

SKILLS GAINED

• Placement, suctioning, securing, dressing, cleansing and maintenance of nasal cannulas, endotracheal tubes, nasotracheal tubes and feeding tubes
• Central catheter insertion, securing, dressing & maintenance
• IV and PICC line insertion, securing, dressing & maintenance
• Umbilical catheterization
• Venipuncture including heparinization and fluid infusion