Bunker Med – Suturing Under Austere Conditions – PART III


PART III OF IV Download “Suturing Under Austere Conditions Guideline” by clicking on link below: www.box.net DISCLAIMER: TECHNIQUES AND INFORMATION EXPRESSED IN THIS VIDEO SERIES ARE INTENDED FOR INSTRUCTIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. APPLICATION CARRIES POTENTIAL FOR INJURY AND HARM. USE COMMON SENSE. SEEK APPROPRIATE TRAINING. THE VIDEO PRODUCER ASSUMES NO LIABILITY. No “hallway monitor” comments please. It is recognized that this will be used rarely in difficult situations and as such not optimal for sterility or technique. Sterility in an austere wilderness environment will be difficult, if not impossible, to achive. This information is meant to help those that may be required to provide this level of care in a difficult situation. This 4-part video series, Suturing Under Austere Conditions”, covers the basic tenants of suturing as aa wound management option under austere conditions such as a remote wilderness setting. There are a number of risks that need to be considered, so this should not be the first closure choice for wound closure. Exposure from cold, wet, windy, dark conditions will add significant difficulty. Appropriate training and practice are paramount before adding this to your wilderness medicine treatment arsenal. ALOKSAK® ELEMENT-PROOF BAGS www.loksak.com www.rei.com bepreparedtosurvive.com www.thewaterproofstore.com

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