

Caring for Campers with Food & Environmental Allergies – Auvi-Q Auto Injector
Food allergies have increased steadily over recent years, currently approximately 7% of children in the U.S. Approximately 40% of these children have multiple allergies, and


Improving Postpartum Hemorrhage Care
Improving Postpartum Hemorrhage Care Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH) is the leading cause of maternal mortality worldwide, and cases are currently on the rise across the globe.


World Immunization Week: Making Vaccinations Easier on Children
World Immunization Week World Immunization Week is celebrated annually during the last week of April to promote the use of vaccines and protect people of


The SimVS Virtual Diagnostic System Reimagined
Simulation training is a learner-centered approach that provides an engaging alternative to the traditional classroom model. However, integrating simulation into an existing healthcare training can


The Warm Chain: Preventing Hypothermia In Newborns
Maintaining a neutral thermal environment is one of the most important challenges that newborns face after delivery. Clinicians can greatly reduce neonatal morbidity and mortality


The Difference Between Warranties and Maintenance Plans
Healthcare training programs expect manufacturer warranties to be included when they purchase medical equipment, even though extended warranties and preventative maintenance plans are not. These


Creating a Newborn Resuscitation Simulation
Neonatal resuscitation is a high risk, low frequency emergency situation that occurs in approximately 10% of births (1). Preparation and training are essential because the


Therapeutic Support Surfaces In Pediatric Units
Therapeutic Support Surfaces In Pediatric Units Even though pressure injuries are most common in adult care units, there is an emerging awareness that acutely ill


Top 5 Training Headwall Features
Training Headwalls are a critical element of any hospital patient room as they help turn any simulation lab into a realistic patient care area. Headwalls


How to Create a Post Cardiac Arrest Simulation for Training
High quality CPR and adherence to ACLS guidelines lead to improved patient survival rates following cardiac arrest. For this reason, immediate post cardiac arrest care


5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Simulation Hospital Bed
Simulation Hospital Bed A hospital bed is a major investment for any simulation lab. That being said, instructors need to know that they can count


Skills Trainers for Annual Competencies
Continuing education for healthcare professionals is often done online because it is convenient for both instructors and staff members. However, psychomotor competencies are best assessed


Choosing a Crash Cart for Your Healthcare Facility
DiaMedical USA offers crash carts that come in various sizes, configurations and materials. Each type of crash cart has its own benefits so that resuscitations


Simulation Code Medication
SimRx Code Meds Cheat Sheet Every second counts during medical emergencies and patient resuscitations, which is why school training is so critical. Students must be
Simulated Emergency Code Response: Tuesday Teachings
In this Tuesday Teaching’s episode, nursing students demonstrate an emergency code blue response with our nurse educator, Sally O’Meara. Click the link below to watch


Preparing to Run Mock Codes With Nursing Students
Resuscitation of a patient in cardiac arrest is one of the most complex and stressful situations that healthcare providers experience. Early exposure to patient resuscitation


Therapeutic Support Surfaces in the Maternity Unit
Even though pressure sores are less common in maternity units than in other hospital areas, they can develop quickly in women during labor. For new


Best Practices for Debriefing After Mock Codes
Debriefing is largely considered to be the most important part of simulation training. Because resuscitation is complex and emotionally stressful, debriefing allows participants to process


Types of Dressings For Decubitus Ulcers
The days of plain gauze are long gone in favor of advanced materials that can absorb large amounts of drainage without the need for frequent


Tuesday Teachings: SimServeRx Advanced Bedside Smart Cart ESS – Product Knowledge
The SimServeRx Advanced Bedside Smart Cart ESS provides a comprehensive solution for realistic simulation in any setting. It is a mobile automated medication administration system


How Do Barcode Scanners Increase Patient Safety?
How does barcode technology promote patient safety? Healthcare providers are constantly challenged to ensure that each patient receives the correct treatments and medications. QR and


Teaching Students How To Identify Medication Errors
It is a common misconception among beginning nursing students that every medication listed for patient’s is safe to administer. What they don’t realize is that


Tuesday Teachings: SimServeRx Medication Dispensing System – Product Knowledge
The SimServeRx Supply Cabinet provides a comprehensive solution for realistic simulation in any setting. It is a mobile automated dispensing system that was designed specifically


Administering & Dispensing Medications in Simulation
Administering & Dispensing Medications in Simulation Automated Medication Dispensing Systems have recently become essential fixtures in hospitals. They are used to prevent medication errors, streamline


Tuesday Teachings: Simulated Medication Administration
The SimServeRx Advanced Bedside Smartcart ESS provides a comprehensive solution for realistic simulation in simulated medication administration. It is a mobile automated medication administration system that


Q&A for Common Questions About At-Home COVID-19 Tests
At-home COVID tests are a useful tool as the world braces for the latest surge in cases. They sacrifice some accuracy for speedy results, but


Repairing Medical Infusion Pumps
There’s nothing worse than having students ready to learn about IV therapy and the infusion pump doesn’t work. Malfunctioning equipment is costly in terms of


Preventing Medication Errors in IV Therapy
Finding solutions to prevent infusion therapy errors represents a pressing patient safety priority. Educators have routinely used infusion pumps with simulated IV fluids to teach


Tuesday Teachings: Creating a Closed System for IV Simulations – Advancing Education
In this episode of Tuesday Teaching’s our nurse educator, Sally O’Meara, provides tips that improve simulation experience and engagement. Learn how to created a closed


Tuesday Teachings: Alaris Medley Infusion Pump Training – Simulation Innovation
The Alaris Medley Infusion Pump System provides a comprehensive solution for realistic simulation in any setting. Alaris Medley modules work together to deliver infusions and


Tuesday Teachings: Alaris Medley Infusion Pump System – Product Knowledge
The Alaris Medley Infusion Pump System provides a comprehensive solution for realistic simulation in any setting. Alaris Medley modules work together to deliver infusions and


Preparing for Guardrails with DiaMedical USA’s Educational Drug Library
While smart infusion pumps have greatly improved patient safety, IV therapy is still associated with a high frequency of adverse effects. Medication errors are more


Infusion Pumps for Nursing Programs
Without a doubt, hands-on training is the best way for students to learn how to manage IV therapy. Students need to practice programming infusion rates


Ventilation Simulation
The COVID-19 crisis has greatly increased the need for healthcare professionals who can manage mechanical ventilation. Utilizing ventilator simulation is a great way to prepare


Teaching Students How to Care for Asthma Patients
Approximately 25 million Americans have asthma. This is a condition that causes periods of wheezing and shortness of breath and life-threatening exacerbations. Nursing and respiratory


Tuesday Teachings: SimVS Hospital System – Product Knowledge
The SimVS Hospital Virtual Simulation System provides a comprehensive solution for realistic simulation in any setting. SimVS is focused on providing effective portable monitoring solutions


Tuesday Teachings: Simulating Cyanotic Distress – Advancing Education
In this episode of Tuesday Teaching’s, our nurse educator, Sally O’Meara, provides tips that improve simulation experience and engagement. Learn how to simulate cyanosis and


Tuesday Teachings: SimVS Respiratory Care Training – Simulation Innovation
The SimVS Hospital Virtual Simulation System provides a comprehensive solution for realistic simulation in any setting. SimVS is focused on providing effective portable monitoring solutions


BiPAP Ventilation for Healthcare Programs
The COVID-19 crisis has created a huge need for nurses and respiratory therapists with ventilator management skills to care for patients with respiratory failure. BiPAP


Ventilators for Healthcare Training
Acutely ill patients receiving breathing support and mechanical ventilation require a trained medical team of respiratory therapists, nurses and emergency medical professionals to care for


Are You Prepared for Allergic Emergencies?
Allergic reactions can happen anywhere, at any time, to anybody. While some allergic reactions cause mild symptoms like an itchy rash, others may require immediate


Tuesday Teachings: Loaded 6 Drawer Emergency Crash Cart
Product Knowledge – SimLabSolutions Save Time, Money and Lives With the SimLabSolutions Loaded 6 Drawer Emergency Crash Cart. In todays episode our nurse educator, Sally


Introducing Tuesday Teachings With DiaMedical USA
It’s Our Mission to Improve The Quality of Healthcare DiaMedical USA is excited to announce the release of our Tuesday Teaching video series. This new


The Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI) Procedure
The COVID-19 virus is leaving many patients with difficulty breathing, maintaining adequate oxygen levels and lung damage. When lung damage occurs, oftentimes the lungs are


AED Features: What Should I Look For in an AED?
AED features can be compared to purchasing a new car. When acquiring a new car, most individuals carefully analyze the various choices and amenities. They


Making sense of FSA, HSA & HRA Accounts
Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) can be great cost-savings tools. FSA and HSA accounts are funded by


4 Reasons Why You Need An AED
AED is an abbreviation for Automated External Defibrillator. An AED is a small medical device that is used to restore a normal heart rhythm. Sudden


Epinephrine Training: Simulation Education for Anaphylaxis Situations
Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that happens within a few minutes to hours after exposure. Symptoms typically develop rapidly after exposure. Swelling of the


Epinephrine Training: Simulated Epinephrine for Mock Codes
Epinephrine for Cardiac Arrest Epinephrine, more commonly known as adrenaline, is the primary emergency drug for treating Sudden Cardiac Arrest. Epinephrine activates beta- and alpha-adrenergic


Making Sense of Current Face Mask Recommendations
On May 13, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said that fully vaccinated people could safely participate in indoor and outdoor activities


What Other Covid Variants Are There, How Are Variants Made?
All viruses change over time. As a virus reproduces, copying errors can occur to its genes. Over time, these genetic copying errors can change how


Exposing 3 Common AED Myths and Misconceptions
AED stands for Automated External Defibrillator. An AED is a small medical device that is used to restore a regular heart rhythm for people who


What are Chest Tubes and What Procedures Require Them?
The lungs are surrounded by membranes called pleura. The pleural space between these membranes has a tiny amount of fluid in it. This fluid keeps


5 Things to Know Before Buying a Stethoscope – Stethoscope Buying Guide
Stethoscopes are true ”Partners in Practice” for healthcare professionals. The Stethoscope is essential for the assessment of heart, lung, and bowel sounds in inpatient care.


Differences in Variants of Training Headwall – Purchasing Guide
Training headwalls are specifically designed to create simulated patient environments for healthcare education. There are many configurations, including functional or non-functional, horizontal or vertical, and


Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Athletes – AED Success Stories
Sudden Cardiac Arrest can happen to people of any age, anywhere at any time. Physical fitness and regular exercise can reduce the risk of cardiac


What does AED stand for & What does an AED do?
AED stands for Automated External Defibrillator. An AED is a small medical device that is used to restore a regular heart rhythm for people who


The Importance of Vehicle Extrication Training
Extrication of victims after automobile accidents has become one of the most important life saving functions of emergency medical personnel. Rescuers are responsible for setting


This End Up! How to Prevent Epinephrine Auto-Injector Injuries
Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction that requires emergency medical help. Epinephrine must be rapidly injected into the victim’s leg to eliminate serious


What Type of Medications Are Used With Infusion Pumps?
IV Pumps have become one of the most commonly used pieces of equipment in any hospital or surgical center. It’s important that providers are trained


SimRx Code Medication Overview – The Importance of Training With Simulated Meds
The Importance of Training With Simulated Meds Every second counts during medical emergencies and patient resuscitations. Regular mock code training is essential for students and


Infusion Pumps: Everything You Need to Know
Infusion Pumps are commonly used in all types of hospitals and medical settings. These highly complex systems administer a variety of medications and fluids to


Pediatric Emergency Training – Utilizing the Loaded Pediatric Crash Cart
Even the most seasoned healthcare providers are challenged by pediatric emergencies. Studies have shown that resuscitation of children is far less common and more complex


The #1 Hospital Bed For Healthcare Education – Meet The Vantage Med Surg Tutor Bed
When it comes to choosing a hospital bed for a healthcare simulation lab there are many choices. Most instructors wish to have what is currently


5 Reasons Why Your SimLab Needs a Loaded Emergency Crash Cart From DiaMedical USA
Every minute is crucial during emergency code response. The odds of patient survival are improved when healthcare providers are able to quickly identify all the


5 Reasons Why Instructors Should Use Different Types of Simulated IV Fluids
Utilizing Simulated IV fluids as a teaching tool during healthcare education courses has become an integral part in nearly every instructors curriculum. However, in many


Why Your SimLab Should Use Simulated IV Fluids
Simulated IV bags are a great way to help students learn how to administer IV fluids. By running IV Fluid simulations Instructors can educate students


5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Hospital Bed for Home Care
How To Choose a Hospital Bed for Home Care Hospital beds come in a wide variety of styles, designs and sizes to meet the


3 Signs That You or Your Loved One May Be Ready for a Mobility Aid
3 Signs That You or Your Loved One May Be Ready for a Mobility Aid The CDC reports that about 40.7 million adults struggle


5 Things to Look for in a Bedwetting Mattress
5 Things to Look for in a Bedwetting Mattress What is incontinence? Contrary to popular belief, bedwetting isn’t something only little kids experience. Studies


The Best Invacare Hospital beds for Home Care
Choosing an Invacare Hospital Bed for Home Care Do you or a loved one need the best hospital bed for home care? Choosing one


Buying VS. Renting a In Home Hospital Bed
Buy or Rent? This is the question: Should you buy or rent a hospital bed for home? It really depends on your situation, there


What is the Best Hospital Bed for Home Use?
What is the Best Hospital Bed for Home Use? Choosing a hospital bed for your home can be a complicated process with so many


5 Reasons Your Students Should Train With a Medication Administration System
When it comes to training in a simulation lab it’s the instructors responsibility to provide the most realistic training setting possible. With the SimServeRx™ instructors


Similarities & Differences Between The Flu & Covid-19
The common flu (Influenza) and Covid-19 are both very contagious respiratory illnesses, caused by a completely different virus. Because some of the symptoms of the


Should My Workplace Purchase Face Shields?
Face masks have already become common-practice in almost every aspect of our life. What may have seemed odd to Americans in January is now a


10 Things You Must Do To Re-Open Your Bar Or Restaurant During Covid-19
As restaurants and bars resume operations in some areas, owners are looking to the CDC for guidance on keeping their customers and employees safe. Throughout


Should I Be Traveling During The Covid-19 Pandemic?
Now that certain states are beginning to open back up around the U.S should you start traveling again? In short, that answer is completely up


The Do’s & Don’ts of Visiting Parks & Recreational Facilities During Covid-19
As we begin to transition into the summer months, parks and recreational facilities are beginning to open back up. These are great areas that you


How to Implement Temperature Screening in Your Workplace
As more businesses open back up, screening employees for potential COVID-19 symptoms is extremely important to ensure a healthy workplace. Though not required, the CDC recommends


Keeping Your Children Safe From Covid-19
Keeping your children safe is, and always will be your number one priority as a parent. With so many unknowns during the Covid-19 Pandemic parents


7 New Coronavirus Symptoms
The range of symptoms associated with COVID-19 are continuously increasing as scientists and healthcare professionals are able to study and learn more about how the


How to Wash Your Hands During The Covid-19 Pandemic
Hand washing is one of the single most important ways to protect yourself and others from getting sick. However, during the COVID-19 Pandemic running your


5 Rules You Should Follow to Reduce the Risk of Contracting COVID-19
In anticipation of shelter-in-place orders being lifted, it is more important than ever to keep yourself and others from becoming infected with coronavirus. As many


Customizing A Safe Workspace
As the country begins to open back up, businesses including restaurants, bars, convenience stores and office buildings, are looking for ways to ensure their workplace


Safety and Productivity in the Workplace
As featured in a NCBI journal, studies have shown that workplace productivity and employee safety are directly linked. External factors, like a worldwide pandemic, can


How You Can Prevent The Spread of The Coronavirus
As the CoronaVirus (COVID-19) continues to spread throughout the U.S it’s becoming increasingly important to understand how you can prevent the spread of the Coronavirus.


5 Reasons to Take a Fresh Look on Infection Control!
In 2020 the world is expected to spend 30 billion dollars on infection control. However, nurse educators and hospital directors are noticing that students are


5 Reasons to Include Mock Codes in Healthcare Programs
Resuscitation of a patient in cardiac arrest is one of the most complex and stressful situations that healthcare providers experience. It is essential for programs


When to Purchase Reconditioned or OEM Original Parts
Equipment, such as hospital beds or infusion pumps, can break down and be an inconvenient obstacle to patient care. Quite often, the issue can be


The Increasing Demand For Paramedics
An increasing demand for Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians has left the nation in a major employment shortage. This increasing demand has led to thousands


The Importance of Preventive Maintenance
Preventive maintenance is vital to keep expensive and important equipment, such as a hospital beds or infusion pumps, working properly. Successful preventive maintenance will


Simulation Summer Vacation
High school students in North Bay California spent their time last summer learning to save lives! For nearly 35 students their summer vacation


Developing Interdepartmental Communication Skills Using ER Simulation
When it comes to an emergency at a hospital each type of clinician needs to understand their role. Doctors, nurses, and specialists are


Why Choose a Reconditioned Hospital Bed?
Whether you’re a part of a large healthcare system or need just one bed, Hospital Beds are an investment. When people hear that a product


Simulated IV Fluids? We Can Do That!
Teaching proper IV administration and blood transfusion techniques can be challenging and quite often very costly. DiaMedical USA and SimLabSolutions.com have found a cost-effective solution


4 Ways The Loaded Crash Cart Will Change Your Simulation Lab
In simulation labs across the country, students are learning life saving techniques to prepare them for their careers in healthcare. Healthcare education is changing


Pets: The (Not Always) Accidental Victims of the Opioid Epidemic
Last month in Andover, MA, three-month-old yellow Labrador Zoey Thibault went for what could NOT be described as a “walk in the park.” On




National Physical Therapy Month 2017: #ChoosePT!
October is more than the month of haunted hayrides, cider mills, and candy corn. It’s also National Physical Therapy Month—”an annual opportunity to recognize