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APDS Basic Laparoscopic Skill Set

APDS Basic Laparoscopic Skill Set

Brand: Simulab
SKU SS2-10

The APDS Basic Laparoscopic Student Skill Set includes five tasks that support the ACS/APDS Curriculum for building basic laparoscopic skills. The tasks included are the bean drop task, checkerboard task, block move task, running string task, and a suturing task.

Each task includes a reference card that supports the students during the procedure, provides performance level guidelines, and outlines required supplies. The student skill set tasks focus on essential hand-eye coordination and can be used with the LapTrainer with SimuVision or secured to a table for the classroom, clinic, home, or office use.


APDS Basic Laparoscopic Student Skill Set



  • Compatible with the Simulab LapTrainer, or a free-standing video trainer or box trainer

  • Tasks optimized for self-study

  • Rotation on four skill stations can be performed in any order to build skills and gain confidence

  • Provides a cost-effective solution for the student, simulation center, or any testing environment




APDS Basic Laparoscopic Student Skill Set



  • Basic hand-eye coordination using laparoscopic instruments

  • Become accustomed to the fulcrum effect; manipulate instruments in a fashion opposite to the direction of the effective tip

  • Develop laparoscopic depth perception by manipulating objects

  • Use two hands in a coordinated fashion

  • Accurately and efficiently grasp objects and transfer them to designated areas

  • Supinate and pronate to accurately and efficiently manipulate a curved needle




APDS Basic Laparoscopic Student Skill Set


Size: 13" x 13" x 4.5"
Weight: 3 lbs

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