APL – Pulses/Breathing (APL-PB)

APL – Pulses/Breathing (APL-PB) | TacMed Simulation | Aidex

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Overview of the APL – Pulses/Breathing (APL-PB)

The APL – Pulses/Breathing (APL-PB) is a high-fidelity upper body trauma trainer designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skill. It provides a robust platform for mastering the fundamental principles of patient assessment and intervention. Created for medical trainers and learners, this simulator focuses on two of the most critical aspects of emergency care: circulation and respiration. Users can physically locate carotid and radial pulses and assess active breathing with chest rise and fall. This immediate, tangible feedback system allows for the deliberate practice of life-saving procedures. The APL-PB is not just a model; it is an interactive system engineered to build competence and confidence in high-stress scenarios by providing a safe and repeatable training environment.

Key skills and applications of the APL – Pulses/Breathing (APL-PB)

The APL-PB system enables learners to develop a comprehensive set of critical care skills. Its core function is to facilitate the mastery of patient assessment by simulating realistic breathing patterns and palpable pulses. Trainees learn to perform complex airway management procedures, including orotracheal intubation, cricothyroidotomy, and the placement of OPA and NPA devices. The simulator is also engineered for advanced trauma care training. It allows for hands-on practice of needle decompression and bilateral chest tube insertion to manage pneumothorax. Furthermore, the system includes anatomically correct landmarks for intravenous (IV) and intraosseous (I/O) infusion, providing a complete platform for practicing essential life-saving interventions.

APL – Pulses/Breathing (APL-PB) specifications and features

Specification/Feature Details
Product Dimensions Information not available
Product Weight Information not available
Applicable Education Levels Higher Education, Professional Training, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Military Medicine
Breathing Active breathing with chest rise and fall; coordinated breath sounds in 4 quadrants.
Pulses Palpable radial and carotid pulse points.
Airway Management Supports Oropharyngeal Airway (OPA) and Nasopharyngeal Airway (NPA).
Intubation Flexible jaw with internal tracheal landmarks for orotracheal intubation. Includes teeth sensor for excessive contact.
Airway Obstruction Trainer-selectable airway obstruction at the nose or throat.
Cricothyroidotomy Simulated procedure site with larynx and replaceable skin plugs (single and multiple-use).
Needle Decompression Interactive training sites for a full-size 3.25” 14-gauge needle with replaceable plugs and pleural membranes.
Tension Pneumothorax Can be simulated on either side with appropriate physiologic cues.
Chest Tube Insertion Bilateral sites with replaceable, multiple-use skin plugs.
Vascular Access Supports IV insertion and Intraosseous (I/O) infusion via a realistic manubrium.
Eyes Adjustable pupils (constricted or dilated).
Audio Two-way audio communication system allows the trainer to speak through the simulator.
Control System Remote controlled with real-time digital feedback and sensor data.
Sensors Multiple sensors relay results to the trainer in real-time.
Modularity Can be combined with TacMed Simulation lower trainers.
SKU TFX-APLPB-1
NSN 6910-01-633-7485

Providing the APL – Pulses/Breathing (APL-PB) to the midwest

Aidex is proud to supply the APL – Pulses/Breathing (APL-PB) to learning institutions across the Midwest. We are committed to equipping educators and students in the region with the industry-leading tools they need to succeed.

Frequently asked questions

What core topics does the APL – Pulses/Breathing (APL-PB) curriculum cover?

The APL-PB is designed to cover critical trauma care topics, including patient assessment (pulses, breathing), airway management (intubation, cricothyroidotomy), treatment of chest injuries (needle decompression, chest tube insertion), and vascular access (IV and I/O infusion).

What is the target audience for the APL – Pulses/Breathing (APL-PB)?

The target audience includes students and professionals in emergency medicine, paramedic training, military combat medicine, nursing, and other advanced medical fields requiring hands-on trauma simulation.

How does the real-time feedback system work?

The trainer uses a ruggedized remote control that displays real-time data from sensors within the manikin. This allows instructors to monitor the effectiveness of interventions like airway placement, needle decompression depth, and chest tube insertion, providing immediate feedback to the learner.

Is the APL-PB compatible with other simulators?

Yes, the APL-PB is part of TacMed Simulation’s modular system. It can be combined with lower body trainers to create a full-body manikin, expanding the range of possible training scenarios.

What makes the airway management features so realistic?

The APL-PB features a flexible jaw, internal tracheal landmarks, a teeth sensor to detect excessive pressure, and a trainer-selectable airway obstruction. This combination of features provides a highly realistic environment for practicing intubation, cricothyroidotomy, and the use of oropharyngeal (OPA) and nasopharyngeal (NPA) airways.

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