In the m5 medical bag there is an item called a blood stopper kit. Does anyone know what one of these is?<br>If so what is included?

I am not sure but I think a blood stopper kit is bandages and dressings.The way to stop blood is to apply pressure on the wound with a sponge pad.But I might be wrong.Hope this helps.

Thanks for the reply. It's just that the kit i saw listed the dressings and then listed a blood stopper kit as a seperate item. But thanks again I've been scratching my head over that one for ages.

I don't think this is the kit you are refering to but it may be of interest as a future solution for a blood stopper in the field. Maby some Dr. knows more about this and could comment about it.<br><br>There is an article here: http://www.rense.com/general30/stop.htm<br><br>If anyone has more information on this, I would be interested to hear about it.<br><br>Neal

I have never examined a M5 medical kit but the blood stopper thing sounds strange. Although we have chemicals which would stop capillary bleeding following skin surgery, i doubt very much that the chemical in the kit is the same.<br><br>First rule to stop bleeding is direct pressure over the wound and to elevate the affected part. I wouldn't put much weight on the blood stopper. <br><br>

You may be refering to a blood stopper bandage which consists of a special bandage made from two rolls of gauze with a trauma pad attached. I believe it states it can be used for four uses.<br><br>They can be purchased through first aid supply vendors.<br><br>Thanks<br>Ted Fisher EMT I/D

Thanks for all the reply's. I thought it would be some wierd piece of kit that just you yanks would have.<br>I didn't realise you'd be just as baffled as me.