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3B Baby Care Model
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The 3B Baby Care Model was developed in close cooperation with pediatric nursing professionals. This true-
to-life model of a newborn male baby is suitable for a variety of different training procedures:
Changing the baby's diaper
All common changing techniques using disposable or cloth diapers may be practiced. Baby oil, cream, or
powder should not be applied.
Feeding and administration of medicine
Positioning of the baby for breast and bottle feeding as well as the administration of medication with a
dropper can be practiced. Please only use water to keep the inner connection to the urethra clean.
Obtaining urine specimens
A connection between the mouth and the urethra allows the administered liquid to be excreted after a
short period. To simulate urine specimen collection, a standard urine collection bag may be used.
Dressing and undressing
The dressing and undressing of a baby can be practiced with standard newborn clothing.
Picking up, carrying, and positioning of a baby
The natural weight of the baby and the flexibility of the arms and the legs allows all movements necessary
for picking up, carrying, and positioning a baby. To practice proper head support, the head tilts backwards
if the baby is incorrectly held.
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Washing, cleaning of mouth, eyes, ear and nose
To practice the correct positioning of the baby during bathing, the 3B Baby Care Model may be placed in
warm water (up to max. 40°C). Mouth, eyes, ears and nose may be also cleansed with a gauze pad or cotton
swab. The use of a special bulb syringe for nose cleaning is also possible. In order to demonstrate the pre-
vention of the intrusion of water into the ear, the flaps at the entrance to the ears may be closed with light
pressure from the thumb and middle finger.
Taking a rectal temperature
Standard rectal thermometers may be used to simulate the taking of a rectal temperature.
Examination of fontanelles and testicles
The soft skin of the head allows palpation of the anterior and posterior fontanelles.
A realistic palpation of the testicles can also be practiced.
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