North American Rescue (NAR) Hypothermia Prevention and Management Kit HPMK
Hypothermia is one of the “lethal triad” risks in trauma (along with acidosis and coagulopathy). Even in warm climates, trauma patients can lose body heat rapidly.
The HPMK is designed to:
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Maintain body temperature during casualty care
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Protect from wind, rain, and ground conduction
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Provide active heating, not just insulation
It’s widely used in:
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Military / TCCC (Tactical Combat Casualty Care)
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EMS & rescue teams
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Search & rescue / austere environments
⚙️ Key Features
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Self-heating liner: Oxygen-activated, provides up to ~10 hours of heat
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Heat Reflective Shell (HRS): Multi-layer insulation + wind/water barrier
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Full-body coverage: Built-in hood + tapered design for heat retention
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360° access: Hook-and-loop closures allow treatment without full exposure
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Vacuum-packed: Compact and easy to deploy quickly
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Weight capacity: Reinforced to support ~250+ lbsfir