INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Venipuncture Course & Training Kit
SKU: AD603-J3

IMPORTANT: All contents of the venipuncture practice kit are solely for use on the included practice arm. The items in this kit are for educational purposes only and are not intended nor suitable for any other purposes.

Dear Phlebotomy and IV-Skills Student,

Thank you for investing in an Apprentice Doctor® Venipuncture Training Kit and welcome to an amazing course. Every kit is paired with an Apprentice Doctor Academy course that guides you through the various medical techniques and skills. With your purchase of this kit comes with 6 month’s access to the associated course.

Best wishes with your course and enjoy it!

Dr. Anton & the Apprentice Team

Please note: This Venipuncture kit contains only a Mini-Arm and not a full anatomical phlebotomy training arm. The full phlebotomy arm is available from the Apprentice Doctor's Kits Website. All phlebotomy and IV skills projects can be practiced on the Mini-Arm.

KIT SET UP INSTRUCTIONS
AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Note: At the 3-minute and 50-second mark in the video, the arm is prepared and ready for all phlebotomy and IV infusion practical exercises.

Troubleshooting Guide

Upon successful entry into the vein, one should see a flashback of blood. If you're not observing a flashback when using butterfly needles or venous cannulas,
follow these steps:

1

Verify Needle Entry into the Vein.

Ensure that the needle is correctly inserted and penetrating the vein. If the needle doesn’t enter the vein, not only will you not get a flashback, but your vacuum tube may lose its suction and become unusable.

2

Ensure Inflow Roller and Clip Clamps are Open.

Closed inflow clamps will maintain venous pressure at near zero, inhibiting a flashback. Make sure that all inflow clamps are open.

3

Check the Venous Pressure in the Simulated Vein.

Increase the pressure in the simulated vein by elevating the fluid reservoir bag.

The presence of a flashback is not determined by the quality of the arm or mini-arm model. A lack of a flashback does not indicate that the arm is defective. A successful flashback depends on the factors mentioned above.

4

Evaluate the Needle Gauge.

Smaller diameters (e.g., 22G and higher) yield slower or weaker flashbacks.

Use a larger diameter needle (e.g., 21G or lower) for a more noticeable flashback.

Note: Be aware that larger diameter needles can cause more wear and tear on the simulated veins, limiting the service time of the arm.

5

Assess the Viscosity of the Simulated Blood.

If you use fake blood, it might be problematic as many recipes include corn syrup, which significantly increases the viscosity. High-viscosity fluids lower the chances of getting a proper flashback. Since real un-clotted blood is fairly non-viscous, consider using water from a faucet mixed with a few drops of red food coloring as a low-viscosity alternative, and clean thoroughly after each use.

Any other problems or questions: Contact us via the simulation kit website
at www.TheApprenticeDoctor.com/contact-us

kit Contents

6 Months' Access to the Certiﬁed Online Phlebotomy and IV Skills Course.
1 - Simulation Venipuncture Trainer Arm (Mini).
4 - Line Connectors/Lumen Stoppers.
1 - IV/Phlebotomy Reservoir Bag (500 ml).
2 - Empty IV Bags with Clamps.
1 - Catheter Tip Syringe 50 ml.
1 - Infusion Set - for Adult Use.
1 - Infusion Set - for Pediatric Use.
1 - IV Extension Tubing 100 cm.
2 - 15ml Flak Glass Medication Vials (Empty).
1 - Insulin Syringe 1 ml.
1 - Subcutaneous Syringe (1 ml) with 30G Needle Pre-assembled.
3 - Syringes 5 ml (Luer Lock).
3 - Syringes 10 ml (Luer Slip).
3 - Disposable Hypodermic Needles 22 G.
3 - Disposable Hypodermic Needles 20 G.
3 - Disposable Hypodermic Needles 18 G.
1 - IV Cannula 22 G.
1 - IV Cannula 20 G.
3 - Scalp Vein Sets (Butterﬂy Needle).
2 - Safety Needles 21 G.
1 - Holder-Connection for a Regular Needle.
3 - Vacuum Container Holders - Safety and Regular Type.
2 - Blood Collection Needles for Single Use (Pen Type Holder Needle).
2 - Flashback Blood Collection Needles.
2 - Butterﬂy Vacuum Container Needles.
2 - Safety Multi-sample Needles.
2 - Blood Lancets (Regular Type).
1 - Blood Lancet (Safety Type).
8 PC - Finger Stick Pack.
1 - Sharps Waste Container (Puncture Resistant).
20 - Simulation Plain Vacuum Tubes.
1 - Clip-on (Buckle) Tourniquet.
2 - Non-Latex Disposable Tourniquets (TPE).
1 - Velcro Tourniquet.
5 - Pairs of Non-Latex Gloves (Medium).
10 - Gauze Swabs.
5 - Cotton Wool Balls.
1 - PE Tape (Roll of Strapping).
1 - Blue Kidney Dish (500 ml).
1 - Adhesive IV Dressing - Frame Type.
10 - Alcohol Swabs.
1 - Skin Marker Pen.
3 - Work Surface Covers.