Equipment Purchased at TNMU for the implementation of the LIFESTRAND Projectunder the ERASMUS+ KA2 CBHE Program
As part of the LIFESTRAND project under the ERASMUS+ program “Training and Dissemination of Emergency Care Skills for Higher Education Institutions and Communities in Conflict Zones in Ukraine and Georgia”, Ivan Horbachevsky Ternopil National Medical University has received funding for the purchase of the following equipment:
- Sani-Man Adult CPR Manikin;
- Kyle Teen CPR Manikin;
- BASICBilly+ Adult CPR Manikin;
- Brayden AED Trainer (Automated External Defibrillator Trainer).
The Sani-Man manikin is designed for simulation-based training in adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Its design allows for effective practice of artificial lung ventilation and chest compressions. The manikin is equipped with a special hygienic lung bag-film system to ensure safety and cleanliness for each participant during training. Thanks to its movable neck, participants can practice head-tilt maneuvers to open the airway, just as in real-life situations.
The Kyle manikin is designed for practicing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills on adolescents and for providing assistance in cases of upper airway obstruction. Its construction includes a respiratory system with a valve that prevents the backflow of biological fluids. Thanks to the anatomically correct head positioning, trainees can perform the head-tilt and chin-lift maneuver to open the airway. Chest compressions are performed by pressing on the foam-filled torso with the force recommended for adolescents.
Using the BASICBilly+ manikin, junior project trainers and civilians can practice basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills on an adult casualty. The manikin allows for simulation of chest compressions, artificial ventilation using barrier devices, and airway management through the head-tilt and chin-lift technique. Additionally, BASICBilly+ features a built-in feedback mechanism that enables assessment of the accuracy and effectiveness of compressions. Its design clearly highlights anatomical landmarks, which is essential for teaching proper hand placement during chest compressions.
During simulation training sessions, the Brayden AED Trainer with feedback functionality is used. This device is designed to teach the correct sequence of actions during sudden cardiac arrest in accordance with international BLS (Basic Life Support) protocols. The Brayden AED Trainer enables users to practice the entire defibrillation process — from assessing the situation and ensuring safety to electrode placement and delivering a shock. Its feedback system provides both audio and visual cues, allowing participants to evaluate their performance in real time. The trainer is compatible with training manikins, making it possible to conduct full BLS simulation scenarios with all necessary training components.
