The Hungry Manikin

Description

• Designed by two nutrition nurses at a children’s hospital to demonstrate to parents and caregivers the technique for insertion of nasogastric and gastrostomy tubes in children
• Enables users to visualize the correct positioning of nasogastric and gastrostomy tubes and buttons, and also practice the technique
• Families have reported that the manikin gave them invaluable practice and increased their confidence and understanding
• Significantly improved so that fluids can be introduced into the stomach
• Transparent cover is removable and, by means of a simple connector, the stomach can be removed for cleaning
• Learn the following skills: measurement, placement, and securement of nasogastric tube and insertion of gastrostomy tube
• Training in the following procedures is possible: aspiration of the stomach for confirming correct tube placement, measuring pH (acidity/alkalinity) of stomach aspirate, enteral feeding via nasogastric or gastrostomy tubes, and administration of liquid-based medicines

Features:

• Divided nasal septum
• Gastrostomy opening
• Movable epiglottis to demonstrate swallowing
• Representation of lungs and esophagus
• Transparent body – allowing trainees to observe the tube being passed

• Includes instruction manual, and carry case
• 24-13/16 in. x 20-7/8 in. x 7-1/2 in.
• Two-year warranty

The Hungry Manikin (SB38896)

Designed by two nutrition nurses at a children’s hospital, The Hungry Manikin (Item No. SB38896) by Nasco Healthcare, USA demonstrates to parents and caregivers the technique for inserting nasogastric and gastrostomy tubes in children.

Builds real confidence, not just theory. Families have reported that the manikin gave them invaluable practice and increased their confidence and understanding — letting caregivers visualize correct tube and button positioning while practicing the technique themselves.

Realistic fluid administration. Significantly improved so fluids can be introduced into the stomach, supporting hands-on practice of enteral feeding via nasogastric or gastrostomy tubes and administration of liquid-based medicines.

Easy to clean between sessions. The transparent cover is removable, and by means of a simple connector, the stomach can be removed for cleaning.

Comprehensive skills covered: measurement, placement, and securement of nasogastric tube; insertion of gastrostomy tube; aspiration of the stomach to confirm correct tube placement; and measuring pH (acidity/alkalinity) of stomach aspirate.

Realistic anatomical features, including a divided nasal septum, gastrostomy opening, movable epiglottis to demonstrate swallowing, and a representation of the lungs and esophagus. The transparent body lets trainees observe the tube being passed in real time.

Comes complete with: an instruction manual and carry case, measuring 24-13/16 in. × 20-7/8 in. × 7-1/2 in. Backed by a two-year warranty.

Why Buy from SEM Trainers? SEM Trainers & Systems is an authorised distributor of Nasco Healthcare products in India with over 30 years of experience supplying medical education resources to 1,500+ institutions across 28 states. We provide pan-India delivery and dedicated after-sales support.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who is this manikin designed for?
A: Parents and caregivers learning to insert nasogastric and gastrostomy tubes in children, as well as nursing students in pediatric care training.

Q: Can trainees see the tube being passed?
A: Yes — the transparent body lets trainees observe the tube in real time as it’s passed.

Q: What’s the warranty?
A: Two years.

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