Top 5 Essential Devices Every Simulation Lab Needs
Sep 8th 2025
Top 5 Essential Devices Every Simulation Lab Needs
Simulation labs have become an indispensable part of modern medical education. They allow students and clinicians to gain hands-on experience in a safe, controlled environment before stepping into real-life patient care. To build an effective simulation lab, having the right equipment is critical. Below are the five essential devices every simulation lab should have:
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Infusion Pumps
Infusion therapy is a fundamental part of patient care. Simulation labs need infusion pumps to train students on accurate dosing, troubleshooting alarms, and handling emergencies. Pre-owned and refurbished models provide cost-effective solutions without compromising functionality.
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Pulse Oximeters
Monitoring oxygen saturation is a core skill for healthcare professionals. Pulse oximeters—such as the Masimo Rad97 or Rad8 Pulse Ox—help students learn to interpret readings, understand limitations, and respond to critical changes in patient status.
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Sequential Compression Devices (SCDs)
SCDs are essential for teaching venous thromboembolism prevention. By including SCDs in your simulation lab, students gain hands-on experience in applying sleeves, understanding compression cycles, and reinforcing best practices in patient safety.
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Patient Monitors
Comprehensive patient monitoring systems allow trainees to practice assessing vital signs in real time. Simulation labs often use monitors to replicate ICU or ER settings, preparing students to handle high-pressure clinical situations.
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Ventilators & Respiratory Equipment
Respiratory training is more important than ever. Ventilators, humidifiers, and related accessories help students learn airway management, ventilator settings, and troubleshooting—all vital skills for respiratory therapists, nurses, and physicians.
Why Outfront Medical?
At Outfront Medical, we specialize in providing affordable, high-quality refurbished medical equipment for universities, hospitals, and training centers. Whether you’re building a new simulation lab or upgrading an existing one, our inventory of infusion pumps, pulse oximeters, SCDs, monitors, and ventilators can help you equip your program while staying on budget.