Abstract: A device for resealing a simulated medical fluid bag includes: a first hollow section having a first end and a second end, where the first end of the first hollow section terminates in a point; a second hollow section having a first end and a second end, where the first end of the second hollow section is connected to the second end of the first hollow section; and a fluid-tight seal disposed between the first hollow section and the second hollow section. A simulated medical fluid bag and a method of resealing a medical fluid bag are also disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method and apparatus for providing a realistic training environment for health care and patient care providers using a simulated medical device. The method can include actuating a first actuator of the simulated medical device that turns on the device and then actuating a second actuator of the device, where, in response to the actuation of the second actuator, the user is prompted to simulate scanning a bar code. In response to actuating a third actuator, a light can illuminate. The method can further include inserting a test strip into a slot of the device and, in response to the insertion of the test strip, the device can initiate a pre-set timer countdown where, at the completion of the countdown, the visual display can display a simulated medical value.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method and apparatus for providing a realistic training environment for health care and patient care providers using a simulated medical device. The method can include actuating a first actuator of the simulated medical device that turns on the device and then actuating a second actuator of the device, where, in response to the actuation of the second actuator, the user is prompted to simulate scanning a bar code. In response to actuating a third actuator, a light can illuminate. The method can further include inserting a test strip into a slot of the device and, in response to the insertion of the test strip, the device can initiate a pre-set timer countdown where, at the completion of the countdown, the visual display can display a simulated medical value.

Abstract: A simulated medical device may include a visual display, a processor, a memory, a switch connected to a power supply, a body housing the visual display, the processor, the memory, and the switch, and a simulated probe coupled to the body. The body is configured to receive internally at least a portion of the simulated probe. The switch is configured to provide a supply of power to the processor when the at least a portion of the simulated probe is external to the body and to disconnect the supply of power to the processor if the at least a portion of the simulated probe is inserted in the body. The processor is configured to cause the visual display to display at least a first simulated medical value in response to receiving the supply of power at the processor and after a time duration indicated by a simulated acquisition time.

Abstract: A simulated medical device may include a visual display, a processor, a memory, a switch connected to a power supply, a body housing the visual display, the processor, the memory, and the switch, and a simulated probe coupled to the body. The body is configured to receive internally at least a portion of the simulated probe. The switch is configured to provide a supply of power to the processor when the at least a portion of the simulated probe is external to the body and to disconnect the supply of power to the processor if the at least a portion of the simulated probe is inserted in the body. The processor is configured to cause the visual display to display at least a first simulated medical value in response to receiving the supply of power at the processor and after a time duration indicated by a simulated acquisition time.

Abstract: A simulated medical device may include a visual display, a processor, a memory, a switch connected to a power supply, a body housing the visual display, the processor, the memory, and the switch, and a simulated probe coupled to the body. The body is configured to receive internally at least a portion of the simulated probe. The switch is configured to provide a supply of power to the processor when the at least a portion of the simulated probe is external to the body and to disconnect the supply of power to the processor if the at least a portion of the simulated probe is inserted in the body. The processor is configured to cause the visual display to display at least a first simulated medical value in response to receiving the supply of power at the processor and after a time duration indicated by a simulated acquisition time.

Abstract: Disclosed is an injection training pad that allows a user to practice intradermal, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections all on the same device. The injection training pad includes a container having an open top and a closed bottom. A lid having a hole removably engages the open top of the container. The pad also includes a retaining member having a base with at least one leg. At least a portion of the retaining member is disposed within the container. A cap having a flange is positioned between the retaining member and the lid, and a cushion is positioned between the retaining member and the cap.

Abstract: Disclosed is an injection training pad that allows a user to practice intradermal, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections all on the same device. The injection training pad includes a container having an open top and a closed bottom. A lid having a hole removably engages the open top of the container. The pad also includes a retaining member having a base with at least one leg. At least a portion of the retaining member is disposed within the container. A cap having a flange is positioned between the retaining member and the lid, and a cushion is positioned between the retaining member and the cap.

Abstract: An adjustably locking stethoscope identification tag having a first body and a second body, the first body defining a first surface and a second surface, the second body defining a third surface and a fourth surface, a first leg positioned adjacent to the second surface of the first body and extending in a direction away from the second surface of the first body, and a first leg retainer positioned adjacent to the third surface of the second body and extending in a direction away from the third surface of the second body, wherein a space defined between the first body and the second body is increased by moving the first body in a direction away from the second body and is decreased by moving the first body in a direction toward the second body.

Abstract: An adjustably locking stethoscope identification tag having a first body and a second body, the first body defining a first surface and a second surface, the second body defining a third surface and a fourth surface, a first leg positioned adjacent to the second surface of the first body and extending in a direction away from the second surface of the first body, and a first leg retainer positioned adjacent to the third surface of the second body and extending in a direction away from the third surface of the second body, wherein a space defined between the first body and the second body is increased by moving the first body in a direction away from the second body and is decreased by moving the first body in a direction toward the second body.

Abstract: This invention relates to a process of and apparatus for the continuous and selective separation of boron-10 (B.sup.10) isotope having high neutron capture cross-section from boron-11 (B.sup.10) isotope from a mixture of boron isotopes in a boric acid solution by using a weak base ion exchange resin and water eluant in a continuous annular chromatograph.

Abstract: An endotracheal tube holder includes a faceplate configured to be positioned against a patient's face and adjacent the patient's mouth. The faceplate includes an elongated guide track in a guide track portion which is configured to be positioned beneath the patient's mouth. The endotracheal tube holder also includes an endotracheal tube platform attached to the guide track portion of the faceplate and configured to carry an endotracheal tube thereon. A slide is provided for moving the endotracheal tube platform along the guide track. In addition, a lock is included for locking the endotracheal tube platform to one of a plurality of locations along the guide track.

Abstract: A combination watering apparatus is disclosed having a plurality of waterways and spray heads. The device may be hand-held or ground mounted, and provides up to four modes of operation.

Abstract: A dry-operative ion-selective electrode comprising:(a) a dried, internal reference electrode, and(b) in contact with the reference electrode, a hydrophobic ion-selective membrane.The ion-selective electrode described herein requires no preconditioning prior to use in an ion-sensing operation.The reference electrode may comprise either a metal/metal salt reference half-cell or multiple-layer redox couple reference electrode. The hydrophobic membrane includes a binder having dispersed therein a solution of an ion carrier dissolved in a suitable carrier solvent.A preferred embodiment provides for electrodes of the type described wherein the hydrophobic membrane layer is of a predetermined, uniform thickness in regions thereof intended for contact with a sample for analysis. When necessary or desirable, the electrode includes a support. A novel technique for making measurements of ion concentration by reading electrode potential prior to equilibration of the electrode is also described.

Abstract: Halide ion-sensitive devices and methods for their use are described. The devices contain a halide ion-permeable overlayer which is superposed on a layer of silver halide and meets certain criteria of thickness and permeability and/or certain compositional criteria. The methods involve bringing a portion of a solution to be analyzed into contact with the halide ion-permeable overlayer and, within a selected time thereafter, measuring the difference in potential between the portion of solution and the silver halide layer.