Stool was needed for a demo on how to take a stool sample for fecal, occult blood (formed logs or loosed stool). It will be later used for a geriatric simulation involving a manikin being left on the bedpan that will need to be cleaned up (looser stool).

The stimulated stool is a cost-effective way to add realism into simulation. The stool will be a great addition to introduce first semester nursing students to the patient care that they will encounter. The stool may also be used for students to identify the levels on a Bristol stool chart.

The learner will be able to:

• Evaluate characteristics of stool as it relates to the simulation scenario
• Differentiate stool sample consistencies
• Develop a plan of care related to complications of fecal consistencies

• chocolate, instant pudding mix (3.9oz)
• unsweetened apple sauce (3.9oz)
• corn (optional)
• peanuts (optional)
• simulated stool scent (optional)
• mixing container
• spoon or mixing utensil
• bedpan or desired container

For a soft, unformed stool:

• Combine 7 tsp of apple sauce and 7 tsp of instant pudding mix. Mix together until well combined.

For a more formed, log:

• Combine 7 tsp of apple sauce with 7 Tbsp of instant pudding mix. Mix together until well combined (makes roughly 1/2 cup of simulated stool). May add optional nuts, corn, and/or simulated stool scent.
• Divide into desired size logs.
• Place in bedpan or other desired receptacle/location.