RediStik Wearable Port Trainer, Dark Tone

RediStik^® wearable port trainer is a versatile model features textured skin and subcutaneous tissue providing the ability to practice sterile skin preparation techniques with CHG application, life-like palpation and puncture of the titanium port, confirmation of needle placement with blood aspiration and ability to flush saline, and dressing application. Model includes simulation options for superficial, normal, deep, angled, and float port positioning depths. It is a lightweight and versatile model with a contoured design can be quickly secured to a person or mannequin, with the attached shoulder harness system, as well as used in tabletop simulations. Needle proof backing prevents injury when worn on a person.

RediStik^® Wearable Port Trainer Additional Features and Findings:

• Quick setup for Just-in-Time Training and simulation scenarios
• Worn on a person/mannequin increased staff engagement
• Used to safely evaluate procedures/policies and new devices/port needles/dressings
• Adjustable port options provide scenarios for palpation/stabilization/difficult access techniques
• Provides life-like experience for obtaining blood cultures, lab draws and flushing
• Progress from novice to advance in port access, de-access, positioning and trouble shooting
• Utilized throughout Texas Children's Hospital^® and Global Hope clinics in Sub-Saharan Africa  
• Unexpected applications: Renal service training port access with an apheresis needle
• Clinical testing demonstrated life expectancy for removable skin averages 1,200+ punctures

Five clinical areas surveyed within Texas Children’s Hospital^®. 100% (67 surveyed) recommended to their colleagues for training. See full survey data.

Complete RediStik^® Wearable Port Trainer Includes:

• Black nylon carrying case
• ReadyStik^® wearable port trainer
• 10cc syringe
• Lubricating jelly
• Talc powder
• Nylon talc brush
• Color changing tablets

Read more about Revolutionizing Medical Education Technology with Texas Children's Hospital^® or visit Texas Children's Hospital's^® RediStik^® page. 

∗∗∗Winner of the IMSH2020 SimVentor Award  and the 2022 ANA Team Innovation Award, sponsored by Stryker∗∗∗

Additional innovation and educational resource contact Michael Pickett, MSN, APRN, CPNP