Combat Gauze has been extensively used on humans and research animals, most of which were porcine models. Despite its recommendation for use in K9 TCCC / K9 TECC, there is very little published experience on its application in actual canines. …
UPDATE 2024: Since our original STAT “tourniquet” experience showing it was an ineffective device for hemorrhage control, there have been two peer-reviewed, published studies finding similar results. 🕖 Reading Time, 6 minutes Most recently, 84 volunteers with no prior tourniquet …
Advertising to educate the public in basic first aid techniques 🕖 Reading Time, 6 minutes Cards like these were included in packs of cigarettes made by the Imperial Tobacco Company. Often referred to as ‘Wills cards,’ issued by WD and …
High-pressure water jet units deliver large volumes of water at very high pounds per square inch. Entry wounds can be small, but internal tissue damage extensive, similar to military rifles. BLUF: If the water jet is a bit further from …
🕖 Reading Time, 2 minutes Hydrofluoric acid is frequently used in the petroleum and semiconductor industry. When it comes in contact with skin, the acid burns and penetrates deeply. Fluoride in the acid binds to calcium in the body, leaching …
Chloropicrin (NATO code PS) was first used as a chemical warfare agent by Russia in 1916 during WWI. It’s relevant again today. BLUF: On a spectrum of severe effects, chloropicrin toxicity falls between chlorine and phosgene but also has GI …