Description

NAR Compressed Gauze – Sterile Cotton Gauze for Emergency Bleeding Control

NAR Compressed Gauze from North American Rescue is a premium, sterile, 6-ply cotton gauze designed for effective wound bandaging, wound packing, and emergency bleeding control. Featuring an ultra-compact, vacuum-sealed design, this essential medical supply provides a generous 4.5-inch by 4.1-yard roll of high-quality gauze in a package small enough to fit into virtually any trauma kit.

Engineered for first responders, emergency medical professionals, law enforcement personnel, and individuals focused on emergency preparedness, NAR Compressed Gauze provides a dependable solution for treating bleeding injuries in the field.

Whether carried in an Individual First Aid Kit (IFAK), emergency medical bag, vehicle trauma kit, or home first aid kit, this versatile dressing helps ensure critical wound care supplies are available when needed.

Reliable Wound Care and Bleeding Control

NAR Compressed Gauze is manufactured from 100% cotton with a unique crinkle-weave construction designed to provide excellent fluid absorption.

The 6-ply material combines softness, flexibility, and absorbency, making it suitable for a wide range of emergency wound care applications.

Unlike hemostatic gauze treated with clotting agents, NAR Compressed Gauze is traditional sterile cotton gauze intended to support wound management and bleeding control through proper wound packing, direct pressure, and compression dressings.

Key Features and Benefits

• Sterile 100% Cotton Gauze: High-quality cotton material for emergency wound care.
• 6-Ply Construction: Multiple layers support effective fluid absorption.
• Generous Gauze Dimensions: Measures 4.5 inches wide by 4.1 yards long when unrolled.
• Ultra-Compact Packaging: Vacuum compression minimizes storage space in medical kits.
• Excellent Absorption: Unique crinkle-weave material helps absorb blood and wound fluids.
• Finished Edges: Reduces loose fibers, fraying, and lint.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for wound packing, bandaging, wrapping, and use with pressure dressings.
• Durable Protective Packaging: Vacuum-sealed pouch includes easy-open tear notches.
• Lightweight Design: Weighs approximately 1.2 ounces.

Designed for Wound Packing and Trauma Response

Severe traumatic injuries can require substantial amounts of gauze to manage bleeding, particularly when wound packing and sustained direct pressure are indicated.

NAR Compressed Gauze provides a practical dressing option for appropriately trained responders performing emergency wound care.

Its flexible cotton construction allows the gauze to conform to irregular wound surfaces and accommodate different wound sizes.

Common applications include:

• Packing appropriate bleeding wounds
• Applying direct pressure to external bleeding injuries
• Dressing lacerations and traumatic wounds
• Securing and wrapping injured areas
• Supporting pressure dressings
• Providing backing gauze for hemostatic products
• Replenishing emergency medical supplies

When combined with proper direct pressure and an appropriate compression bandage, NAR Compressed Gauze can be an important component of external hemorrhage management.

Ultra-Compact Vacuum-Sealed Packaging

Space is valuable in emergency medical kits, particularly those designed for rapid deployment.

North American Rescue uses a specialized packaging process to compress the full 4.1-yard roll of gauze into a compact, vacuum-sealed package.

The resulting low-profile package measures approximately 3 inches long, 2 inches wide, and 1 inch thick.

This compact configuration makes NAR Compressed Gauze ideal for:

• Individual First Aid Kits (IFAKs)
• Tactical medical pouches
• EMS jump bags
• Fire and rescue medical equipment
• Law enforcement trauma kits
• Vehicle emergency kits
• Workplace first aid supplies
• Outdoor and wilderness medical kits

Once opened, the compressed gauze expands into a full-length roll capable of covering larger wound areas.

The rugged protective packaging also helps keep the gauze clean and sterile until needed, provided the package remains intact.

Complements Hemostatic Gauze and Compression Bandages

NAR Compressed Gauze is especially useful as part of a comprehensive bleeding control system.

It may be used alongside hemostatic dressings, emergency trauma bandages, and other wound care supplies.

Standard Gauze vs. Hemostatic Gauze

NAR Compressed Gauze does not contain kaolin, chitosan, or another hemostatic additive.

Instead, it supports bleeding control through mechanical pressure, wound packing, and absorption.

Hemostatic dressings contain additional agents intended to promote clot formation.

For this reason, NAR Compressed Gauze can complement products such as QuikClot Combat Gauze, allowing emergency responders to assemble complete wound care and pressure dressing systems.

Recommended for First Responders and Emergency Preparedness

NAR Compressed Gauze is a valuable medical supply for organizations and individuals maintaining emergency response equipment.

EMS and Fire Rescue: Stock ambulances and emergency response vehicles with compact gauze for traumatic injuries.

Law Enforcement: Include sterile compressed gauze in individual medical kits and patrol vehicle trauma bags.

Emergency Preparedness: Maintain essential wound care supplies for home, workplace, and vehicle emergencies.

Outdoor Activities: Carry compact sterile gauze during hunting, hiking, camping, and wilderness travel.

Trauma Training: Incorporate appropriate training supplies into bleeding control education and preparedness programs.

NAR Compressed Gauze Specifications

Why Choose NAR Compressed Gauze?

North American Rescue is a recognized supplier of emergency medical and trauma response equipment.

Its compressed gauze combines dependable construction, compact packaging, and versatile wound care applications in a single essential medical product.

The combination of sterile cotton, substantial gauze length, and compact storage makes NAR Compressed Gauze an excellent addition to personal and professional emergency medical kits.

Available from Coastal Firearms

At Coastal Firearms, we believe responsible preparedness extends beyond firearms ownership to include emergency medical readiness and bleeding control education.

We supply first responders, public safety professionals, outdoor enthusiasts, and responsible citizens with quality medical and trauma response equipment.

Add NAR Compressed Gauze to your emergency medical kit and be better prepared to respond to bleeding injuries when immediate care matters.

Important Safety Information: NAR Compressed Gauze is a sterile wound care product intended for appropriate external wound treatment. It does not contain a hemostatic clotting agent. Follow established bleeding control procedures and seek immediate emergency medical assistance for serious or uncontrolled bleeding. Replace the product if the sterile packaging is damaged or compromised.