Intravenous Infusion bottle prop for healthcare simulation

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There is no denying the effectiveness of clinical simulation as a vital method for training medical professionals. However, the equipment necessary for conducting these simulations can often present challenges, particularly when it comes to simulated drugs.

Simulated drugs tend to be expensive and are not readily available everywhere. Meanwhile, using real drugs in a training context can be dangerous or even illegal, and relying on used empty medication packaging poses its own risks. Furthermore, when working with students, ensuring the safety of equipment becomes a paramount concern. There is always the possibility that items provided for a simulation could be accidentally or intentionally removed from the simulation room and misused in a real hospital setting.

For more insights on safety during clinical simulation, you can refer to this resource: Healthcare Simulation Safety. Additionally, a clinical report outlines a concerning incident where a simulated drug was mistakenly administered to actual patients, resulting in sepsis, which can be found here.

Given these considerations of safety, financial constraints, availability, and the need for replaceability, I began creating models of medications and medical equipment that can be printed using a 3D printer and utilized as props in simulations.

I am excited to present the Intravenous Infusion Bottle prop for healthcare simulation. This model offers a cost-effective, quick, and accessible solution for simulating intravenous infusion bottles within medication kits for educational purposes.

The design includes a retractable loop at the base of the bottle, allowing it to be placed on a table or hung on a stand, enhancing its versatility during simulations.

It’s important to note that while this model is excellent for educational settings, it is not intended for high-fidelity training involving actual medications, as it does not contain any substances. However, it has proven highly effective in conducting InSitu simulations (clinical simulations in real clinical environments) or field simulations, where the emphasis is not on teaching the use of medications, but rather on demonstrating the presence of drugs within a medical bag.

This prop is particularly suitable for advanced training courses aimed at emergency teams and for playing out clinical scenarios.

Printed at the Medical Education Technology Centre of Riga Stradiņš University (Latvia), I look forward to seeing how this model is utilized in practice. If you choose to incorporate it into your training, please share your photos and feedback!

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