I have personally saved two people with Rhino Rescue TQ's and bandages. Both had severed brachial arteries and both had almost bled out. One guy lost the knife fight and one drunk fell face first through a window. I work for a smaller sized PD and buy my own kit, they do reimburse me when i use it but I bear the upfront cost and expired equipment replacement. Rhino Rescue gear is pretty good.
Go to tractor supply. Get the coflex for horses. Cut the roll in half and put some in the kit. I use codlex and gauze all the time. Good for cuts. Burns and sprains.
I personally have this one and I can say for the price there’s no better budget IFAK. All the components inside are great for just starting out or even if you just want a budget kit. The only thing I added to this kit was a CAT TQ and athletic tape. I kept everything else but I only added those 2
Good review. I recommend Leukotape. Goes on even when wet and stays. You should open and stage your TQ and practice. I keep some frequently used items in the kit so I open it often enough to know where and what is in there. Over time you tend to forget.
Tape that lube to the NPA cuz you don't want to have to be digging around looking for it if you need it, definitely buy American if at all possible but this would be way better than nothing thats for sure. Also get proper training to use these tools, usually "demonstration" is not enough lol. However it is for the purposes of showing the kit 👍.
I have 2 words and before I say them I'd like to say that I'm a big fan of your channel. REFUGE MEDICAL Do you really want a bargain when your life or the life of a loved one depends on your IFAK?
Which kit version you are demonstrating in this video? What is the Rhino product name and number? As you stated, Rhino has many variations; which one should I get.? Excellent video. I'm a complete novice in need of some guidance. Thank you.
Might want research the Israeli bandage again. That isn't the correct way to use it. After running the bandage through the plastic clip, you switch directions of the wrap which tilts the clip, applying pressure to the wound. Otherwise a great video!
That's what i was thinking and i was looking for the right comment,and this people say that they have taken many classes,and went on many search and rescue!!!
Yep. Also regarding the tourniquet you want it as tight as it takes to stop the bleeding. The reason for second is if the first hasn't stopped the bleeding. Just apply a second. You're not worried about tightness of the tourniquet causing cell death. There is going to be rhabdomyolysis regardless but if you've got time to worry about that you probably don't need the tourniquet.
serious but curious query: with the nasal tube would the lube from a pre-lubricated condom be suitable in a pinch? after all many people might have those on hand, not to mention could be used to keep a hand injury clean
@@ThePreparedWanderer honestly you could probably make a whole video on mythbusting "macguiver" style emergency medical gear, Diapers and sanitary pads as wound dressings, makeshift TQs, probably with some level of hilarity
Technically, yes, but with caveats. 1. It must be water-based lubricant as oil based could erode the material of the OPA. 2. Needs to be a latex-free 'donor'. Finding out your patient has a serious allergy when their airway is already compromised isn't good. My advice? Just get a pack of KY sachets and keep them with the airways.
I'd really like to get your opinion of their vented chest seals. You'd have to rip one of them open for that but I'm looking at these to re stock some of mine which may be expired and I carry a large, "mass casualty" pack in my car that needs to be re stocked; not that I've had to use them but I just want to make sure long term exposure to heat hasn't destroyed the contents.
as long as it slops blood flow to an extremity it's okay to use. Try not to get caught up with brand names or certifications. You can make a good TQ out of a T-shirt and a stick that will provide plenty of pressure until higher medical can arrive. You may have to put more than one on at some point, but that is the same with every kind of TQ.
Hypothetical question: If you are hiking or hunting and you are way far away from civilization... like a week or something. And if there is an accident where you have to use the Israeli bandage to control a bleeding wound. When you are hiking back to civilization and need to check or clean the wound. After removal of the Isreali bandage, is it ok to re apply it if you only brought 1? If it's not ok to re apply in an extreme emergency only, should you pack 2 of them? Or would it be better to maybe just pack 1 bandage, but bring a bottle of peroxide or alcohol to drench/sterilize the bandage before re application? The extra bottle of sterilizer could come in more handy than an exta bandage if you are trying to keep your backpack as light as possible.
If you need to apply an Israeli bandage, by the time it is saturated you should be in the hospital or on your way to it by helicopter. Israeli dressings are used for serious, often life-threatening cuts such as serious venous bleeding or arterial bleeding. You are not just applying an Israeli dressing and continuing on with your hunting trip.
Just a heads up, I've seen videos of the windlass breaking on the Rhino Rescue TQs. As in, the stick on the tourniquet literally SNAPS when you're tightening it.
@@renexwing1546 I'd rather get a real CAT TQ instead of the ones Rhino has. I wouldn't want to risk it. Plus, I've seen a Ukrainian soldier literally bleed to death because he had a Rhino Rescue TQ that broke.
I have personally saved two people with Rhino Rescue TQ's and bandages. Both had severed brachial arteries and both had almost bled out. One guy lost the knife fight and one drunk fell face first through a window. I work for a smaller sized PD and buy my own kit, they do reimburse me when i use it but I bear the upfront cost and expired equipment replacement. Rhino Rescue gear is pretty good.
nice work
Go to tractor supply. Get the coflex for horses. Cut the roll in half and put some in the kit. I use codlex and gauze all the time. Good for cuts. Burns and sprains.
I personally have this one and I can say for the price there’s no better budget IFAK. All the components inside are great for just starting out or even if you just want a budget kit. The only thing I added to this kit was a CAT TQ and athletic tape. I kept everything else but I only added those 2
QuickClot Clotting Gauze both 4 and 6 inch. OLEAS bandages are better than Israeli.
At that point I'd rather just build my own.
A roll of coflex is worth adding to your kits as well!!!!!! Such awesome useful stuff!!!and it's not that expensive!!!
Good review. I recommend Leukotape. Goes on even when wet and stays. You should open and stage your TQ and practice. I keep some frequently used items in the kit so I open it often enough to know where and what is in there. Over time you tend to forget.
I agree with the leukotape, works great
Refuge Medical the best hands down
In you're opinion you can build 1 cheaper than that wit better supply's HE RIP off ideas from others. Ie dark angle & others.
Refuge Medical definitely is the best. No bullshit.
It’s not budget
@keithcronk7980 He exceeded what dark angel, my medic, etc did.
@@keithcronk7980Amen, Exactly Right!!! And hardly has anything in the Ifak for triple the money, total ripoff!🙏🏻🇺🇸💯🤙🏻
I’ve been looking for something like this. Thanks for the vid
Interestingly, I was able to use my Health Savings Account from work to buy the Rhino. I almost bought the Everlit, but it wasn’t HSA eligible.
Tape that lube to the NPA cuz you don't want to have to be digging around looking for it if you need it, definitely buy American if at all possible but this would be way better than nothing thats for sure. Also get proper training to use these tools, usually "demonstration" is not enough lol. However it is for the purposes of showing the kit 👍.
Man I’m surprised he didn’t flip out on you when you called him a EMT instead of a paramedic ! Lol
I have 2 words and before I say them I'd like to say that I'm a big fan of your channel.
REFUGE MEDICAL
Do you really want a bargain when your life or the life of a loved one depends on your IFAK?
Second witness here.
Not everyone can afford overpriced and same kit! Just buy a better tourniquet and save yourself $200🙏🏻🇺🇸💯🤙🏻
@@22addict40for real
Which kit version you are demonstrating in this video? What is the Rhino product name and number? As you stated, Rhino has many variations; which one should I get.? Excellent video. I'm a complete novice in need of some guidance. Thank you.
Might want research the Israeli bandage again. That isn't the correct way to use it. After running the bandage through the plastic clip, you switch directions of the wrap which tilts the clip, applying pressure to the wound. Otherwise a great video!
That's what i was thinking and i was looking for the right comment,and this people say that they have taken many classes,and went on many search and rescue!!!
Yep. Also regarding the tourniquet you want it as tight as it takes to stop the bleeding. The reason for second is if the first hasn't stopped the bleeding. Just apply a second. You're not worried about tightness of the tourniquet causing cell death. There is going to be rhabdomyolysis regardless but if you've got time to worry about that you probably don't need the tourniquet.
I think the tourniquet should be a bright color not a dull green. I don’t want to have to hunt it down.
It is bright. If not bright enough, buy it in glowing red, blue or yellow. Where is the problem?
serious but curious query: with the nasal tube would the lube from a pre-lubricated condom be suitable in a pinch? after all many people might have those on hand, not to mention could be used to keep a hand injury clean
It’s a good question but I don’t have an answer. I will ask my emt friends.
@@ThePreparedWanderer honestly you could probably make a whole video on mythbusting "macguiver" style emergency medical gear, Diapers and sanitary pads as wound dressings, makeshift TQs, probably with some level of hilarity
Technically, yes, but with caveats.
1. It must be water-based lubricant as oil based could erode the material of the OPA.
2. Needs to be a latex-free 'donor'. Finding out your patient has a serious allergy when their airway is already compromised isn't good.
My advice? Just get a pack of KY sachets and keep them with the airways.
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In the movie, “Those who wish me dead”… how could you have saved Ethan on the Fire Tower?
Thank you so much for sharing! ❤
I'd really like to get your opinion of their vented chest seals. You'd have to rip one of them open for that but I'm looking at these to re stock some of mine which may be expired and I carry a large, "mass casualty" pack in my car that needs to be re stocked; not that I've had to use them but I just want to make sure long term exposure to heat hasn't destroyed the contents.
Long term heat exposure will break down adhesives.
@@ThePreparedWanderer Yep! That's why I'm looking for replacements. Thanks for the reply.
Aren't there any concerns with the tourniquet not being recommended by the tccc?
as long as it slops blood flow to an extremity it's okay to use. Try not to get caught up with brand names or certifications. You can make a good TQ out of a T-shirt and a stick that will provide plenty of pressure until higher medical can arrive. You may have to put more than one on at some point, but that is the same with every kind of TQ.
I've used Rhino Rescue TQ's on two severed brachial arteries. Both guys are still alive and still have their arms, so I'd say they're good enough.
@@calebgray1733 that is nice to know thanks
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Where can I find a list of CE approved products
Hypothetical question:
If you are hiking or hunting and you are way far away from civilization... like a week or something. And if there is an accident where you have to use the Israeli bandage to control a bleeding wound. When you are hiking back to civilization and need to check or clean the wound. After removal of the Isreali bandage, is it ok to re apply it if you only brought 1? If it's not ok to re apply in an extreme emergency only, should you pack 2 of them? Or would it be better to maybe just pack 1 bandage, but bring a bottle of peroxide or alcohol to drench/sterilize the bandage before re application? The extra bottle of sterilizer could come in more handy than an exta bandage if you are trying to keep your backpack as light as possible.
If you need to apply an Israeli bandage, by the time it is saturated you should be in the hospital or on your way to it by helicopter. Israeli dressings are used for serious, often life-threatening cuts such as serious venous bleeding or arterial bleeding. You are not just applying an Israeli dressing and continuing on with your hunting trip.
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I see Ifak as I do a pistol. It's to get you to its bigger brother.
Do the disclaimer? You watch risky crisky? Haha idk why that surprises me
Just a heads up, I've seen videos of the windlass breaking on the Rhino Rescue TQs. As in, the stick on the tourniquet literally SNAPS when you're tightening it.
@@Firefox1189 and I've seen 10 videos where they don't break. what now???
@@renexwing1546 I'd rather get a real CAT TQ instead of the ones Rhino has. I wouldn't want to risk it.
Plus, I've seen a Ukrainian soldier literally bleed to death because he had a Rhino Rescue TQ that broke.
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