Simulator Build

Learners will first construct their laparoscopic "box trainer." They will follow step-by-step instructions on how to build the laparoscopic box trainer out of cardboard and other local materials. This box trainer can be reused for any ALL-SAFE module.

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  Templates Box Trainer

Downloadable Build Instructions and Templates

See the following resources/instructions:

• PDF of box trainer build instructions
• PDF of box trainer templates - manually draw yourself
• PDF of templates for print on A4 paper (Africa)
• PDF of templates for print on 8.5x11 inch paper (US)

Instructional Videos

How this looks like on the platform

Angled Scope Views

Zero Degree Scope View

• For a zero degree (0◦) view, place the smartphone on Part E so that the screen faces you and the camera points into the rectangular cutout.
• The phone will rest against the top lip of Part B
• Adjust the smartphone position and/or the training object in the box until the proper view is acquired
• A zero degree view is used for assessment of the learners' performance

Thirty Degree Scope View

• Having the capability to simulate an angled scope is a novel component of the laparoscopic box trainer. Learners can practice using this view in any module.
• For a 30-degree (30◦) view, stretch the free rubber band hanging from the top of Part E around the smartphone in the vertical direction
• Lower the smartphone into the rectangular cutout in Part E
• Use the rubber bands attached to Part B to secure the smartphone
• Adjust the smartphone position and/or the training object in the box until the proper view is acquired