The course covers internal parts that may cause a simulation scenario to fail. Many of these parts are covered under the manufacturers preventative maintenance program; however, for those who are unable to take advantage of this, it’s important to keep up the PM and checks. Internal components discussed are airway, tubing, electrical connections and filters.

Installing, setting up and adjusting the manikin microphone can be intimidating to the novice. The computer’s internal volume and microphone levels are relatively easy to set. If your sim center uses multiple rotating manikins, control stations and instructor laptops a quick adjustment may be necessary before the sim starts.

SimMan 3G offers various methods to connect to the instructor laptop. Wireless technology is great when it works, but what happens when the signal is lost during a simulation? The instructor discusses options and what works best in their center.