24-08-2026
ADA MED SUPPLY LIMITED
Model | BIX-F132 — Neonatal Umbilical Cord Nursing Model |
Summary | Female newborn model with movable head and limbs and a realistic umbilical cord for practicing clamping, ligation, disinfection, and stump care. Full-body neonate scale for realistic handling. For midwifery and neonatal nursing training. (157 chars) |
Type | Full-body female neonate |
Special Feature | Realistic umbilical cord |
Movable | Head and limbs |
Application | Midwifery, neonatal nursing, obstetrics wards |
The umbilical cord is the newborn's most common infection entry point. Poor cord care — unclean cutting, improper clamping, or incorrect stump care — can lead to omphalitis (cord infection), which progresses to neonatal sepsis in severe cases. In settings with limited resources, cord-related infections remain a significant contributor to neonatal mortality.
The World Health Organization recommends dry cord care (keeping the stump clean and dry) and emphasizes that cord care procedures must follow strict aseptic technique (WHO, 2014). A Cochrane systematic review of topical umbilical cord care confirmed that appropriate cord care significantly reduces omphalitis risk compared to no care (Imdad et al., 2013).
The clinical stakes make cord care a mandatory nursing competency — yet real-newborn practice opportunities are limited: students in a maternity rotation may see only a handful of deliveries, and each cord is clamped once. The BIX-F132 provides unlimited, safe repetition of the complete cord care sequence.
Feature | Teaching Value |
Realistic umbilical cord | Practice clamping, ligation, disinfection, and stump care with tactile realism |
Full-body female neonate | Realistic handling, weighing, and positioning |
Movable head and limbs | Practice positioning and securing techniques |
Neonate scale | Students learn the fragility and proportions of a newborn |
The model's key advantage is the realistic cord: students can practice the entire sequence — from initial clamp placement after delivery to daily stump care — on an anatomically representative structure, rather than on improvised training materials.
Objective: Perform correct clamping sequence immediately after birth.
Phase | Time | Trainee Action |
Preparation | 2 min | Glove, assemble sterile clamps and ties |
Timing | 2 min | Verbalize delayed-cord-clamping consideration (30–60 sec per WHO guidance) |
Clamping | 5 min | Place first clamp ~2 cm from abdomen, second clamp distal; cut between clamps |
Ligation | 4 min | Apply cord tie/ligature at the correct position |
Documentation | 2 min | Record time and condition of the cord |
1. Inspect the stump for redness, discharge, or odor (signs of omphalitis).
2. Keep the stump dry; fold the diaper below the stump.
3. Cleanse with the approved agent per institutional protocol.
4. Document stump condition each shift.
Objective: Identify warning signs requiring escalation.
1. Redness spreading from the base of the stump
2. Purulent discharge or foul odor
3. Swelling or tenderness around the umbilicus
4. Fever or lethargy in the newborn
Teach the escalation pathway: early signs → notify senior staff → culture and antibiotics if suspected sepsis.
Class Size | Units | Students per Unit | Rotation | Total Time |
6–10 | 2 | 3–5 : 1 | 15-min stations | 90 min |
10–20 | 4 | 3–5 : 1 | 3 stations (clamp/care/recognition) | 90 min |
20–30 | 6 | 4–5 : 1 | 3 parallel stations | 90 min |
Pairing recommendation: combine the F132 with the BIX-F55 childbirth model for a complete delivery-to-cord-care scenario — deliver the baby on the F55, then transfer to the F132 for cord care practice.
Station | Time | Task | Pass Criteria |
1. Clamping | 8 min | Correct clamp placement and cutting | Clamps 2 cm from abdomen, correct order |
2. Stump care | 8 min | Daily care sequence | Dry, folded diaper, documented |
3. Recognition | 8 min | Identify 3 omphalitis signs | All signs correctly identified |
4. Handling | 6 min | Safe neonate positioning and weighing | Supportive technique |
Interval | Action |
After each session | Wipe the model with mild soap and water; dry the cord surface |
Weekly | Inspect cord for wear; check head/limb joints |
Monthly | Deep clean; verify cord attachment integrity |
Per cord set | Replace cord when frayed or worn (per manufacturer guidance) |
Important: Use only mild soap and water on the model — alcohol-based cleaners may damage the cord material. For replacement cords: adacpr@adaanatomy.com
Q1: How long should cord clamping be delayed? A: The WHO recommends delaying cord clamping by 30–60 seconds after birth (unless contraindicated) to allow placental transfusion. The F132 model supports practicing the timing sequence with realistic cord anatomy.
Q2: What is the correct clamp position? A: The first clamp is placed approximately 2 cm from the newborn's abdomen, with the second clamp distal to it. Cutting occurs between the two clamps. Incorrect proximal placement risks cord bleeding or abdominal injury.
Q3: Is the model suitable for midwifery certification OSCEs? A: Yes — cord clamping, ligation, stump care, and omphalitis recognition are standard midwifery competency stations, and the F132 supports all four.
Q4: How many times can the cord be used for clamping practice? A: The cord tolerates repeated clamping and ligation; replace when fraying or tearing appears. Order spare cords with the initial unit.
Q5: Does the model include cord blood sampling practice? A: The standard F132 supports cord handling and clamping. Cord blood sampling (for cord blood banking or gas analysis) requires a patent cord with simulated content — confirm capability with your supplier before ordering.
Q6: What is the MOQ and delivery timeline? A: Standard MOQ is 10 units; sample evaluation units (1–2) available. Air freight: 7–10 business days. For maternity ward training programs, email adacpr@adaanatomy.com. for volume pricing.
WHO Recommendations on Postnatal Care of the Mother and Newborn (2014)
Topical Umbilical Cord Care at Birth — Imdad et al. (2013)
BEME Systematic Review: Simulation-Based Medical Education — Issenberg et al. (2005)
WHO Guidelines on Hand Hygiene in Health Care (2009)
Global Newborn Action Plan — WHO & UNICEF (2014)
