Life/Form Special Needs Infant Manikin (Dark Female)

Designed to allow medical staff and healthcare facilities to teach basic and advanced procedures to develop a considered care plan for special needs babies, the Life/Form Special Needs Infant Manikin (Dark Female) has a movable head, arms and legs to provide a more realistic training experience. In addition to essential skills like bathing and nappy changing, students can also learn delicate procedures such as tracheostomy, gastrostomy and nasogastric care.

What's Included?

• 1 x Special needs infant assembled with movable arms, legs and head (Dark female)
• 1 x Internal nasogastric tube and reservoir bag
• 1 x Gastrostomy reservoir bag
• 1 x Catheter bladder tube
• 1 x Tracheostomy site
• 1 x External colostomy stoma
• 1 x Back panel enclosure
• 1 x White diaper
• 1 x 4oz / 125ml squeeze bottle
• 1 x Soft carry bag
• 1 x Warranty card
• 1 x Instruction manual

How Big Is the Special Needs Infant Manikin?

This infant manikin weights 2.8lbs and is 21" in length with a 14.5" head circumference.

What Procedures Can be Practised with this Manikin?

This Life/Form Special Needs Manikin allows healthcare facilities and medical staff to teach general care including bathing, diapering and various dressing changes. In addition, more advanced procedures can be taught such as:

• Tracheostomy care (lavage and suctioning) - size 3mm neonatal
• Gastrostomy care (lavage and gavage) - size 14FR
• Nasogastric care (placement, lavage, gavage and suctioning) - size 8FR or smaller
• Urethra catheterization (insertion, placement and care) - size 8FR
• Colostomy stoma, non-functioning (attachment of ostomy bag and basic care only)

Who Can Use the Life/Form Special Needs Infant Manikin?

The Life/Form Special Infant Manikin is suitable for parents, carers and healthcare professionals looking after special needs babies. Typical users include:

• Medical students
• Nurses
• Paediatricians
• Parents
• Healthcare professionals

What Medical Devices Can Be Used with this Manikin?

The following medical devices can be used to perform various advanced procedures on the Life/Form infant manikin:

• Tracheostomy tube
• Suction catheter
• Gastrostomy tube
• Nasogastric tube
• Urethral catheter

Please note that tracheostomy and gastrostomy tubes are not included in this kit.

Care and Maintenance of the Tracheostomy Care Manikin

• Normal soil accumulated on the surface of the manikin can be removed with warm soapy water and a soft cloth
• Solvents or corrosive materials will damage the manikin and must not be used
• Never place manikin on any printed materials and they can transfer indelible stains
• When not in continuous use, it is recommended to store the manikin in the carry bag or cover with a cloth 

How Long Will this Manikin Last?

This Life/Form infant manikin is made of durable materials and comes with five warranty.

How Big Is the Packaging Box?

• Dimensions: 58 x 43 x 22cm
• Weight: 3.5kg

Do You Sell Other Life/Form Products?

Yes. Life/Form are a leading brand in medical and first aid training tools and you can browse our range of Life/Form Manikins and Trainers on our website.

Additional Download

• User Instructions