Faculty and staff may request equipment using our reservation form. For more information, see our policies or contact us.
Software
Available online
- Bones of the Skull — 3D learning tool
- Cyber-Anatomy — A realistic and immersive environment for virtual dissection and exploration of anatomy.
Available at Hardin Library
- UMedic — Available on all Hardin public computers. The UMedic Multimedia Computer Curriculum is a patient-centered system that has been shown to enhance the learner’s bedside examination skills while also teaching patient histories, laboratory data and treatment.
- Essential Cardiac Auscultation — Essential Cardiac Auscultation is a computer-based program that uses interactive case based presentations along with graphic animations to teach the 12 most important findings (The Big 12) and their associated pathophysiology.
Physical Examination Models
- Harvey: The Cardiopulmonary Simulator
- Clinical Female Pelvic Trainer – Advanced
- Clinical Male Pelvic Trainer
- Testicular Self-Exam Simulator
- Rectal and Prostate Examination Trainer
- Examination & Diagnostic Breast Simulator
- ‘Strap-on’ Breasts Simulator w/Lumps & Bumps
- Eye Examination Simulator (5 with lights)
- Blood Pressure Cuffs and Stethoscopes (5)
Procedural Skill Models
- Female Catheterization Simulator (2)
- Fetal Monitoring and Labor Progress Model
- Male Catheterization Mode Simulator (2)
- Adult Venipuncture and Injection Training Arm, Dark-Skinned
- Adult Venipuncture and Injection Training Arm, Light-Skinned (2)
- Knot Tying Kits (11)
- Knee for Aspiration
- Shoulder for Joint Injections
- Hand & Wrist for Joint Injections
- Intubation Model – AirSim Advanced
- Intubation Model – AirSim Multi
Resuscitation Manikins
- CPR Prompt Adult/Child Training Manikin (Several)
- Baby Anne Infant CPR Manikin (1)
- Baby Buddy Infant CPR Manikin (3)
Anatomy Models
- Disarticulated Bones (4)
- Giant Functional Center Brain
- Skeleton
- Nystrom Sexless Human Torso with removable organs
Other
Physical Examination Models
Harvey: The Cardiopulmonary Simulator
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Harvey is a life-sized mannequin created to help learners develop and improve their diagnostic skills in the field of cardiac care.
Harvey is equipped with a sophisticated combination of mechanical and computerized components, which provide the user with a realistic simulation of 27 cardiovascular conditions (two normal and 25 cardiovascular diseases). Harvey gives the user the opportunity to study various cardiac conditions and practice bedside examination techniques under realistic conditions without the difficulty of finding an appropriate group of available cardiology patients.
Disease States:
- Introductory Program
- Normal
- Innocent Murmur
- Acute Anterior Myocardial Infarction
- Acute Aortic Regurgitation
- Acute Inferior Myocardial Infarction
- Acute Mitral Regurgitation
- Acute Pericarditis
- Angina Pectoris
- Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Sclerosis
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Cardiomyopathy
- Chronic Mitral Regurgitation
- Coarctation of the Aorta
- Hypertension
- Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy
- Mitral Stenosis
- Mitral Stenosis and Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Stenosis
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Ventricular Aneurysm
- Ventricular Septal Defect
NOTE: To use Harvey for curricular purposes you must first participate in a training session. Contact the Hardin Library Simulation Center for more information.
Clinical Female Pelvic Trainer – Advanced
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The Clinical Female Pelvic Trainer presents accurate anatomical and tactile representation of the female pelvis for ‘hands on’ examination and diagnosis of pathologies and abnormalities. Interchangeable uterine assemblies simulate uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts and a retroverted uterus.Skills:
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Clinical Male Pelvic Trainer
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This Male Pelvic Trainer presents key anatomical features, both externally and internally, for teaching ‘hands-on’ examination and diagnosis.The gonads, vas deferens and anus are all present and the trainer can be used in either the supine or left lateral position.Skills:
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Testicular Self-Exam Simulator
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Examination of the testicles is just as important as examination of the female breasts for early detection of tumors. Providing exceptional realism, this simulator features soft, thin outer skin with delicate underlying structures and four embedded, simulated tumors. Ideal for teaching proper palpation techniques.Skills:
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Rectal and Prostate Examination Trainer
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A realistic representation of the buttocks, anus and rectum allowing for the practice of diagnostic skills associated with rectal examination. Features a palpable sacrum and realistic sphincter tone. Also includes five interchangeable prostates (normal, unilateral benign, bilateral benign, unilateral carcinoma and bilateral carcinoma) and two perineums (normal and polyp/carcinoma).Skills:
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Examination & Diagnostic Breast Simulator
Current Curricular Uses at the University of Iowa:
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A life-size realistic breast used for training in examination procedure and diagnostic techniques.Skills:
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‘Strap-on’ Breasts Simulator w/Lumps & Bumps
Current Curricular Uses at the University of Iowa:
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This important model offers the opportunity of training for the examination of the breasts, axillae & clavicular regions and for the communication skills involved. The two part model features an easy-fit support vest which is worn by a fellow student or a mannequin and a soft tissue chest (including lower neck, clavicle and both axilla) which attaches to the vest. The breasts are of realistic weight with significant ptosis, and has normal nodes on one side and enlarged nodes on the other.The Lumps & Bumps provide a variety of pathological simulations. They can be placed in various positions between the soft tissue chest and the breast infills of the ‘Strap-on’ Breasts.Skills:
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Eye Examination Simulator
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A sophisticated trainer (Eye Examination Simulator) for teaching and practicing the use of an ophthalmoscope, examining the ocular fundus, and learning and identifying diseases and conditions within the eye. The pupil diameter can be altered and reproduces a realistic visual axis and view of eyegrounds. Additional slides are provided by the UIHC Department of Ophthalmology.Disease States:
NOTE: There are five eye examination simulators available at the Hardin Library Simulation Center. |
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These blood pressure cuffs use mercury to measure blood pressure and fall into the 25.4 to 40.6 CM range.Skills:
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Procedural Skill Models
Female Catheterization Simulator
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The Female Catherization Simulator is constructed with a bladder reservoir, patient urethra, and a valve simulating the internal urethral sphincter. The normal feeling of resistance and pressure will be experienced as a catheter is passed through the urethra, past the sphincter, and into the bladder. When the catheter enters the bladder, artificial urine (water) will flow from the catheter as it would with a real patient. This simulator is the torso of a middle-aged woman with thighs abducted for proper position during catheterization. The external genitalia and perineum are molded in lifelike form.NOTE: There are two female catheterization simulators available at the Hardin Library Simulation Center. |
Fetal Monitoring and Labor Progress Model
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This model set includes a fetal head, lower uterine segment, fetal buttocks for breech presentation, four interchangeable cervical dilatation models, and durable case. Also comes with lubricant, teaching suggestions, and carrying case.Skills:
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Male Catheterization Mode Simulator
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With the Male Catheterization Simulator, catheterization can be practiced just as on a real patient. A lubricated catheter can be inserted in the urethral orifice, passed through the urethra, and into the bladder. When the bladder is successfully entered, artificial urine (water) will flow from the catheter. The student will feel the normal restrictions caused by the mucosal folds, bulbous urethra, and the internal urethral sphincter, just prior to entrance into the bladder. The experience teaches proper positioning and movement of the penis to allow the catheter to pass easily with a minimum of discomfort to the patient.NOTE: There are two male catheterization simulators available at the Hardin Library Simulation Center. |
Adult Venipuncture and Injection Training Arm, Light and Dark-Skinned
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Venipuncture and Injection Training Arms are the ideal way to teach venipuncture and injection techniques including starting IVs and introducing Over the Needle IV catheters. These simulators end your problem of finding willing volunteers, and help avoid patient injury and liability while the students are learning new procedures. Realism begins with fine detail – right down to the fingerprints. But most important is the realistic feeling of puncture through the vinyl skin and latex veins. The skin actually rolls as you palpate the vein and the characteristic “pop” can be felt as the needle penetrates the vein. When IV is successfully started, artificial blood (water) will appear as flashback. Veins are accessible at the antecubital fossa, along the forearm, and at the back of the hand, making it possible to practice venipuncture at any of the common sites.NOTE: There are of three venipuncture and injection training arms available at the Hardin Library Simulation Center. |
Knot Tying Kits
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The Ethicon Knot Tying Practice Board enables learners to practice a variety of suturing and knot tying techniques that all applicable to all types of surgical procedures, including the square knot, surgeon’s (friction) knot, deep tie, ligation around a hemostatic clamp, instrument tie and granny knot.Kits Include:
NOTE: There are eleven knot tying kits available at the Hardin Library Simulation Center with a 3 Day Checkout. |
Knee for Aspiration
Current Curricular Uses at the University of Iowa:
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This specialized model is used for teaching and practicing the technique of synovial fluid aspiration.Skills:
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Shoulder for Joint Injections
Current Curricular Uses at the University of Iowa:
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For practicing soft tissue joint injection used for the treatment of injuries and arthritis.Skills:
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Hand & Wrist for Joint Injections
Resuscitation Manikins
CPR Prompt Adult/Child Training Manikin (Several)
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These manikins offer a number of specialized features, including an age selector dial that adjusts the compression depth required for adult or child CPR, a head tilt/chin lift to open the airway and a visible chest rise. An audible compression “clicker” verifies proper technique and anatomical landmarks (including rib cage notch markings, carotid arteries, shoulder blades, nipples and a navel marking) help guide learning.NOTE: There are three manikins available for individual checkouts as well as 4 large bags containing 5 manikins, each. |
Baby Anne Infant CPR Manikin (1)
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The Baby Anne manikin allows training on infant CPR. Features include oral and nasal passages allow realistic nose pinch, realistic airway function and natural obstruction of the airway, a head tilt/chin lift and jaw thrust, realistic chest compliance and a foreign-body airway obstruction allows practice of release of a foreign body. |
Baby Buddy Infant CPR Manikin (3)
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This lightweight, full-body infant manikin features proper landmarks to realistically practice CPR techniques. Includes a visible chest rise when ventilated. |
Anatomy Models
Other
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These are Olympus light microscopes with 4, 10, 40 and 100 objective lenses. The slides are various histology specimens.Skills:
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The library houses one Nintendo Wii along with two Wii Remotes and two Wii Nunchuks. The Wii is available by request. Please use the Equipment Request form in advance. |
