Starting IV's

[izzyscout21]

I found this particularly important as many of us, myself included, stock up on IV's and starter kits. This is a medical procedure in which correct application is extremely important. Enjoy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNSTSA6x9dQ&feature=related

[Twitchy]

Thanks for posting this...

IV's... what fun to do... We learned how to use them last year in BioMed class... pigskin is an oh such wonderful thing. /sarcasm

In all seriousness, IV's and their appropriate solutions, (Ringers, D5W, Saline, etc.) could be the one thing keeping you alive one day in a trauma situation post SHTF... Its a great idea to have them on hand along with some other Trauma supplies...

[The Stig]

Chinook Medical IV Kit (http://www.chinookmed.com/cgi-bin/item/01352/m-tactical_%28tmm%29/-Intravenous-%28TMM-IV%29---------------------------)

Chinook offers a neat IV kit that provides everything you need to start an IV in one, sealed bag. $18.44/ea


Chinook Tactical Medical Module - Intravenous (TMMTM-IV)

The TMMTM-IV contains everything you need to start an IV in the field in one small package. Vacuum packed in a resealable zip closure bag for easy access and storage.

Contents:

2 Nitrile Gloves, Large, OD
2 IV Catheter, 18 ga
1 Saline Lock with Extension (Needle)
1 Clave Saline Lock with Extension
(Needleless for use with Coil-IV)
1 Coiled IV Set, 10 Drops
1 Syringe, 10 ml
1 Needle, 18 ga x 1-1/2"
1 IV Starter Kit:

1 Tegaderm Dressing

1 ChloraPrep Sepp Applicator

2 Gauze Dressing, 2”x2”

1 Latex-Free Tourniquet

1 Medical Tape Roll

1 IV Site Label

http://www.chinookmed.com/mas_assets/full/01352.jpg

[izzyscout21]

I know a guy who knows some guys. I'm usually able to a hold of that stuff. The IV bags themselve are the hardest to get, but I have e few of those too.

[Stormfeather]

I know a guy who knows some guys. I'm usually able to a hold of that stuff. The IV bags themselve are the hardest to get, but I have e few of those too.

I know the cousin of that guy who knows a guy. . . .

[eagle326]

I know the cousin of that guy who knows a guy. . . .

I know the cousin of that guy who dates a girl who knows the nephew of that guy. :)
But seriously ; Great post Izzy.

[LUNCHBOX]

WOW, I think I'm that guy....