Explorer Series® CD-ROM features eight interactive multimedia programs designed to help children and adolescents with serious illness learn more about medical procedures and conditions in a fun and engaging way. The programs were designed to help children and teens feel more empowered about their health care, and encourage communication with families and health care professionals.
The following eight programs are included on each CD-ROM:
Spotlight on IVs
Nurse Ima Helpa explains what it’s like to get an IV and offers tips for making the procedure seem to go by a little easier. Ages 6 to 10
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Medical Imaging: Welcome to the Radiology Center
Take a closer look at tests like X-Rays, MRIs and CT Scans. Explore machines, hear actual sounds and see real images produced from these tests, and learn how to prepare and what to wear in order to be more comfortable during the procedures. Ages 6 to 10
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Blood Tests: Exploring Our Incredible Blood
Using a virtual microscope, discover the fascinating facts that can be learned about the body from a single blood test. Ages 10 to 15
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Spinal Tap: Discovering the Secrets of Spinal Fluid
Discover why spinal fluid holds an important key to diagnosis and treatment and learn how to cope with a spinal tap procedure. Ages 10 to 15
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Uncovering the Mysteries of Bone Marrow: Aspiration & Biopsy
Discover the role that bone marrow plays in the body and why bone marrow aspirations and biopsies are such important tests. Ages 10 to 15
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Fitting CF Into Your Life Every Day™
How do you fit a complex treatment plan into every day life? Learn the importance of airway clearance techniques, exercise, diet, and taking enzymes and medicines. Also learn ways to talk about CF with others. Ages 10 to 15. More info
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Sickle Cell Slime-O-Rama™ Game
Learn pain management and prevention strategies, how to cope with a pain episode, and how to communicate pain to adults. Ages 6 to 14. More Info
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Living With Kidney Disease™
What is it like to be a teen living with kidney disease? In this interactive program, hear real advice from teens who have been there. Get an inside look at how the kidneys work, see how meds and proper diet can help you, and find out what to expect from treatments. Ages 10 to 15. More Info
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