MW1 Pitting Edema Model

Five variations of pitting edema models including a normal one. Grades of the edemas are based on “Mosby s Guide to Physical
Examination (7th ed.)”. The models can be worn on the lower thighs of a SP or a training manikin.

Training items:

• Differentiation of pitting edemas with four different grades and a normal
• Learn the examination procedures for edemas on the lower thighs

Features:

• Four grades of pitting edemas with different resistances, depth of indentations
• Grades of the edemas are based on “Mosby s Guide to Physical Examination (7th Ed.)”
• The models can be worn on the lower thighs of a SP or a training manikin
• The removable fibula plate facilitates training without SP leg or simulation on the soft bases

Degrees of pitting edemas:

• Normal - No indentation left
• Light pitting (+) - Indentations with approx. 2 mm depth
• Moderate pitting (2+) - Indentations with approx. 4 mm depth
• Deep pitting (3+) - Veins, bones and joints are indistinct because of swell, indentations with approx. 6 mm depth
• Very deep pitting (4+) - Indentations with approx. 8 mm depth

Set includes:

• Strap-on pitting edema model 5 variations (1 piece each)