Decompression Needle (14 Gauge X 3.25 IN.)

Strong, reliable needle/catheter: 14 gauge x 3.25 in. Rugged needle/catheter protective tube Easy-open container for quick access featuring easy ID textured twist top with handy clip Capless flash chamber for immediate confirmation of needle placement Convenient, compact A deep-reaching catheter used in the treatment of tension pneumothorax. Unit Weight: ~0.11g Twist off cap EO Sterilization Single Use Only Not made with natural rubber latex Not made with DEHP Warning: Tension Pneumothorax is critical condition where air is trapped in the pleural cavity, which if left untreated will result in death. Ensure placement in 2nd intercostal space perpendicular to and through the anterior chest wall lateral to the mid-clavicular line. This anatomic placement will avoid inadvertent injury to any avoiding the cardiac box, avoiding internal organs. Improper use may result in a tension pneumothorax Continually monitor patient for: • Potential bleeding from site • Potential local hematoma. • Occlusion or bending of the cannula • Progressive respiratory distress • Unilateral decreased chest expansion Adverse reactions include: • Pain • Bleeding • Infection • Injury to local nerves resulting in numbness or paralysis of intercostal muscle • Laceration of the lung tissue of uninjured lung tissue The Decompression Needle is intended to be inserted into the pleural space of the chest cavity, to act as a mechanism to relieve tension pneumothorax in casualties with progressive respiratory distress, with known or suspected torso trauma Thoracic Needle, T Needle