Description
Specs
CONTAINS SHARP MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS
You should familiarize yourself with any medical equipment before use. We are not responsible for what you do with your medical products.
You should familiarize yourself with any medical equipment before use. We are not responsible for what you do with your medical products.
This is a Decompression needle kit from North American Rescue.
The best minds in the field, using the best available data, led to the upgraded ARS for Needle Decompression from North American Rescue. NAR's Needle Decompression Kits are designed to provide the appropriate length needle/catheter to penetrate the pleural space in 99% of patients. With its built-in failsafe characteristics, the ARS® improves the probability of success when treating casualties who present with signs and symptoms of a tension pneumothorax.
Specs
- Strong, reliable needle/catheter: 14 gauge (or 10 gauge) x 3.25 in.
- Rugged needle/catheter protective tube
- Easy ID textured twist top with handy clip
- Easy-open container for quick access
- Capless flash chamber for immediate confirmation of needle placement
- Convenient, compact size
Further Information & Guides
We can't stress enough that you should familiarize yourself with your equipment before use. Decompression needles can be extremely dangerous when misused, and we are not responsible with what you do with this product.
Below is some more useful information about this product as well as a great resource to educate yourself on proper care and training.
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) Guide (Highly recommended)
- Usage instructions from North American Rescue
- Informational video from North American Rescue
- NAR ARS Material Safety Considerations
Dimensions
- Packaged: L 5.7 in. x W 0.7 in. x 0.8 in.
- Needle Size: 14 gauge x 3.25 in. OR 10 gauge x 3.25 in.
- Weight: 0.6 oz
