The Drug Affected Demonstrator (DAD)

Drug-Affected Demonstrator is a tragic example of the effects of drug use in pregnancy and is an in-class demonstration tool that really hits home.

 

The features include: 

  • A high pitched, warbled cry recorded from an actual drug-affected infant

  • Tremors that cause the Demonstrator to tremble as if from drug withdrawal

  • Detailed, lifelike appearance resembling a drug-affected infant with a painful facial expression and tiny limbs.

  • Small for its gestational age, the Drug Affected Demonstrator is approximately 18.5 inches long and and weighs 3.5lbs.

  • No care giving by the student is required

 

Foetal Alcohol Syndrome Manikin (FAS)

Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is the leading cause of preventable mental disabilities.

 

The features include:

  • Small head circumference

  • Narrow eye openings

  • Flat mid face

  • Indistinct ridge between nose and lips

  • Thin upper lip, minor ear abnormalities

  • A good representation of a small-for-gestational-age, full-term infant with limb and facial deformities, typical of severe cases of FAS

The FAS Manikin is an excellent tool for classroom demonstration. For more information click this link: http:www.fasaware.co.uk

 

 

The Shaken Baby Simulator

A dramatic demonstration of how even one angry shake can cause permanent disability or death.

  • This baby has been designed with a transparent head that clearly defines the traumatic brain injuries caused by shaking a baby
  • When the simulator is shaken, affected sections of the brain light up to illustrate where brain damage has occurred
  • Accompanying materials help students create a plan to manage the stress of dealing with an inconsolable child without causing harm

This Baby can be purchased separately or in a bundled pack with the Drug and Alcohol Baby.