The NAR Emergency Trauma Dressing (ETD) 4", part number 30-0031, is a compact, sterile pressure bandage from North American Rescue. It's designed for rapid control of severe bleeding in tactical, combat, or emergency medical situations.
Key Features
- Sterile non-adherent pad — Protects the wound while allowing direct pressure application without sticking.
- Resilient elastic wrap — Provides strong, even compression.
- Quick-Grip Roll Control tabs — Prevent the bandage from unrolling during application under stress.
- Durable C-Clasp securing device — Holds the wrap firmly without needing hooks or bars that require fine motor skills.
- Vacuum-sealed, low-cube packaging — Features NAR's Red-Tip Technology (red tear notches) for quick, easy opening.
- Multi-functional — Works as a pressure dressing, sling/swath for an arm, splint securement, or general elastic wrap.
- Simple, intuitive design optimized for high-stress environments (engineered from real-world after-action reviews).
It omits complex pressure bars/hooks to make it easier to apply when fine motor skills are compromised.
Specifications (4" Model)
- Item #: 30-0031
- NSN: 6510-01-558-4108
- Bandage dimensions: ~70" long x 4" wide (some sources list effective wrap length around 56–70")
- Pad size: 6" high x 4" wide (sterile, non-adherent)
- Packaged size: 4.5" L x 2.5" W x 1.75" D
- Weight: 2.6 oz
- Shelf life: Typically up to 5 years (check expiration on package)
- Made in USA / Berry Amendment compliant; latex-free.
How to Apply (Basic Instructions)
- Tear open the vacuum-sealed package at the red notches.
- Place the white sterile non-adherent pad directly over the bleeding wound.
- Wrap the elastic bandage around the limb, starting with firm tension. Begin wrapping from the edge of the pad farthest from the torso to cover the pad area.
- For extra pressure (if needed): Twist the bandage over the pad area, continue wrapping, then untwist and finish.
- Secure the end using the C-Clasp on both sides of the elastic wrap.
Always follow full training (e.g., Stop the Bleed or tactical medical courses) and seek professional medical help as soon as possible.
