NAR ARS for Needle Decompression The new and improved ARS® for Needle Decompression from North American Rescue is the result of a two year collaboration with pre-hospital providers and data obtained from ongoing combat operations. Our patented design increases the likelihood of success in the management of casualties who present signs and symptoms of a tension pneumothorax. An easy opening container protects the needle from damage during deployment. Also the flash cap from the needle system has been removed to allow for immediate confirmation of placement. Through the use of Analytical Thinking, Evidence-Based Medicine and Human Factors Engineering, inherent survival stress behaviors were identified, and fail-safe characteristics implemented into the product design. Available in 14 gauge or 10 gauge: 10 gauge is approx. 60% larger in diameter than the 14 gauge. NAR ARS for Needle Decompression Features 3.25" x 14ga or 10ga Needle/Catheter Rugged Needle/Catheter Protective Tube Easy ID Textured Twist Top Flash Chamber Cap Removed for Immediate Confirmation U.S. Patents D595,847 and 001002372-0001, Patent(s) Pending
