The Complete Handbook of Medical & Emergency Response Training Mannequins

From a simple CPR torso to a full-body, computer-driven patient simulator, the mannequin is the core tool for emergency response education. But these devices range from a few hundred to over a hundred thousand dollars, and the differences in capability, durability, and operating cost are not always obvious from the spec sheet. This book provides a manufacturer-agnostic framework for evaluating what you actually need, based on the skills you must teach, the number of learners you must cycle through, and the staff you have to maintain the equipment.

Inside, you will learn how to define a functional specification before you talk to a sales representative, what to look for in skin and airway materials, and how to build a simple daily inspection checklist that prevents a mannequin from failing during a high-stakes certification class. The book also covers the installation and storage requirements for different types of mannequins, a step-by-step guide to troubleshooting common failures like leaky lungs or stiff joints, and a realistic look at the business of buying and reselling mannequins. It closes with a look at emerging technology, such as sensor-integrated feedback and virtual/augmented reality hybrids, and a glossary of terms so you can cut through the jargon.

This is a reference to be used, not read once and shelved. It is written for the program director who needs to justify a budget request, the EMS captain who is tired of fixing equipment with duct tape, and the independent instructor who wants to offer better training without a full-time biomedical engineering staff.