CAE Blue Phantom Echocardiography and Pericardiocentesis Ultrasound Training Model, User Manual

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Cautions and Warnings

Cautions and Warnings

Read this user guide, including all cautions and warnings, before you use your CAE Blue Phantom™ 
ultrasound training model. Use this product only as described in this guide. If you use the product 
incorrectly, it may be unsafe and will void your warranty. Keep this information for future reference.

General Precautions

• Make sure the training model is set up on a stable, sturdy work surface such as a bed, stretcher,

or table that will not collapse and cause injury to users.

• Heavier training models should be placed on a patient bed or stretcher rated to support such

weight.

• Place the model on smooth surfaces only. Rough or uneven surfaces can leave impressions on

the skin and damage the model.

• Do only the procedures supported by each product as described in this guide.
• Use only needles to access fluids.
• Do not use or store other sharp objects such as scissors, scalpels, or box-cutters with the

training model.

• Do not pull on the training model skin. This can cause the skin to tear.
• Do not mark directly on the training model as this will permanently damage it.
• Do not insert any objects or tools into the model except for the equipment, accessories, or

medical supplies intended for use with this model.

• Do not use chemical solvents on the models.
• Clean the training model with water and a light soap solution only. Do not immerse the model or

use large amounts of liquid to wash it.

Latex-Free

• All CAE Blue Phantom training models, products, and accessories are manufactured only of

materials that do not contain latex.

Needles and Catheters

• Use only new, sharp, unbent 18-21 gauge needles or 7F catheters. Smaller needles (higher than

22 gauge) can bend during use and damage the model.

• The self-healing feature of CAE Blue Phantom simulated tissue applies only to needle sticks

from 18-21 gauge needles. Healing is not guaranteed if needles larger than 18 gauge, scalpels, or

other sharp implements are used to cut into or pierce the model.

• Replace needles after ten uses. Dull needles can damage the model.
• Use extreme caution when using needles during training to avoid injury.