Modular Patient Simulator Assemblies for Anatomical Training
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing patient simulators lack the realism and additional features needed to provide comprehensive and safe training for medical personnel, as they cannot fully replicate the complexities of human anatomy and procedures.
Innovation Solution
The development of advanced patient simulator systems featuring neck assemblies with multiple articulations, hip assemblies for realistic positioning, central venous lines for enhanced procedural simulation, gastrostomy assemblies for fluid management, and power plate assemblies for monitoring and communication.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If existing patient simulators are used for training, then training can be conducted safely without risk to real patients, but the realism and complexity of human anatomy and procedures cannot be fully replicated
Solution Approach 1:
The patient simulator is divided into multiple modular segments including neck assembly with articulations, hip assembly with positioning capabilities, central venous lines, gastrostomy assemblies, and power plate assemblies. Each module can be independently configured to replicate specific anatomical features and procedures, allowing comprehensive training scenarios while maintaining safety.
2Ease of manufacture
If simple simulator designs are used, then manufacturing and operation are easier, but the simulator lacks the articulations and features needed for comprehensive training
Solution Approach 1:
The simulator incorporates multi-functional assemblies that can perform multiple training functions. The neck assembly provides rotational and articulation movements for various procedural angles. The hip assembly enables positioning in stirrups, sitting upright, and crossed legs configurations. Central venous lines and gastrostomy assemblies support different procedural simulations, making a single simulator suitable for diverse training scenarios.
3Adaptability or versatility
If advanced features like multiple articulations and positioning assemblies are added, then training realism and variety improve, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The simulator employs nested modular assemblies where complex functional units are contained within standardized housings. The neck assembly with multiple articulations is integrated into the head and torso structure. The hip assembly with positioning mechanisms is nested within the leg support structure. This nesting approach allows complex functionality to be packaged in manageable, replaceable modules that simplify overall system integration and maintenance.
4Ease of operation
If basic simulator features are used, then the device is simpler to operate and maintain, but it cannot simulate multiple user interactions for team training
Solution Approach 1:
The simulator incorporates self-managing systems including power plate assemblies with integrated power management, communication systems that automatically establish connections, and status monitoring that provides real-time feedback without requiring complex operator intervention. These self-service features reduce operational complexity while enabling advanced team training scenarios through automated coordination of multiple user interactions.
Data Source
AI summary
Systems, apparatuses, and methods are provided for patient simulators and assemblies for patient simulators. Patient simulators may include neck assemblies, hip assemblies, gastronomy assemblies, power plate assemblies, and central venous line and insert assemblies. A neck assembly may include one or more joints. A hip assembly may include one or more joints. A gastronomy assembly may include a gastric port, colostomy port, and a gastric reservoir. A power plate assembly may include a power controller, power indicator, and one or more connectors. Central venous line and insert assemblies may include a simulated catheter connected to a first and second port of a patient simulator. A central line insert assembly may include a subclavian insert, a plurality of tubing including a plurality of lumens, and a plurality of luer caps and luer connectors.