15 MAC Pt. 12, R. 1.5.8
Medical, surgical, and bio-medical equipment for all levels: When specified, the
Cite as 15 Miss. Admin. Code Pt. 12, R. 1.5.8
Medical, surgical, and bio-medical equipment for all levels: When specified, the
ambulance shall be equipped with, but not limited to, the following: #24068
1.
One stretcher for primary patient as specified in current Federal
Specifications for ambulances, dimensions as per KKK-A-1822.
2.
3 strap type restraining devices (chest, hip, knee, and shoulder) attached to
stretcher. Straps shall not be less than two inches wide, nylon, and consist
of quick release buckles.
3.
Portable and fixed oxygen equipment with variable flow regulator capable
of delivering 15 lpm in calibrated increments. Cylinder must contain 300
psi of medical grade 02 at a minimum.
4.
Three oxygen masks, adult. (Non-rebreathing face mask)
5.
One oxygen mask, child. (Non-rebreathing face mask)
6.
One oxygen mask, infant.
7.
Three oxygen bi-pronged nasal cannulas.
8.
One oxygen bi-pronged nasal cannula - pediatric.
9.
One mouth-to-mask artificial ventilation device with supplemental oxygen
inlet port with one-way valve, i.e., "pocket mask", etc.
10.
Bag Valve Mask (manual resuscitator) hand operated, self-re-expanding
bag, adult (>1000 ml), without pop-off valve, with oxygen reservoir
capable of delivering 80-100 percent oxygen.
11.
Bag Valve Mask (manual resuscitator) hand operated, self-re-expanding
bag, pediatric (450-750 ml), without pop-off valve, with oxygen reservoir
capable of delivering 80-100 percent oxygen.
12.
Bag Valve Mask (manual resuscitator) hand operated, self-re-expanding
bag, infant, without pop-off valve, with oxygen reservoir capable of
delivering 80-100 percent oxygen.
13.
Bag Valve Mask (manual resuscitator) hand operated, self-re-expanding
bag, neonate, without pop-off valve, with oxygen reservoir capable of
delivering 80-100 percent oxygen. May substitute infant bag and utilize
neonate specific mask.
14.
Two adult oropharyngeal airways, one each, sizes 4-5.
15.
Two child oropharyngeal airways, one each, sizes 2-3.
16.
Two infant oropharyngeal airways, one each, sizes 0-1.
17.
One adult nasopharyngeal airway 28-36 fr. or 7.0-9.0 mm.
18.
One child nasopharyngeal airway 20-26 fr. or 5.0-6.0 mm.
19.
Lubricating jelly (water soluble).
20.
One bite stick.
21.
Six large, sterile, individually wrapped, trauma dressings (minimal six 8"
x 10"). Must include one ABD pad, 10”x12” or larger.
22.
Twelve sterile, individually wrapped (or in twos), dressings 4" x 4".
23.
Three soft roller bandages, 4" or larger.
24.
Three triangular bandages or commercial arm slings.
25.
Adhesive tape
26.
Various sizes (including 1” and 2”) hypoallergenic
27.
Various sizes (including 1” and 2”) adhesive
28.
Arterial Tourniquet
29.
One pair heavy bandage or EMT shears for cutting clothing, belts, and
boots.
30.
Cold Packs
31.
One sterile, occlusive dressing or equivalent, 3" x 8”, or larger.
32.
Cervical Collars; minimum one rigid for children ages 2 years or older;
one each, child and adult sizes (small, medium, large). Other available
sizes are recommended. NOTE: Two adjustable, rigid collars may be
substituted.
33.
One lower extremity traction splint, limb-support slings, padded ankle
hitch, padded pelvic support, traction strap.
34.
Assorted sized extremity immobilization devices which will provide for
immobilization of joint above and joint below fracture and rigid support
and be appropriate material (cardboard, metal, pneumatic, wood, plastic,
etc.). Sizes shall be appropriate for adult and pediatric patients.
35.
One short spine board with accessories or commercial equivalent (KED,
Kansas Board, etc.).
36.
Two long spine boards multi-use impervious to blood and body fluid or
single use disposable - with accessories. (Radiolucent preferred.)
37.
One folding stretcher as specified in current Federal Specifications for
Ambulances, style 3 (folding legs optional) or a combination stretcher
chair designed to permit a patient to be carried on stairways and/or
through narrow areas.
38.
Head Immobilization Device multi-use impervious to blood and body
fluid or single use disposable.
39.
Two sterile or clean burn sheets (packaged and stored separately from
other linens).
40.
Six clean sheets (2 on cot and 4 spare).
41.
Three pillowcases (1 on pillow and 2 spare).
42.
Two blankets.
43.
Towels.
44.
Triage tags. Color code must be (from top to bottom) black (deceased), red
(immediate), yellow (delayed), and green (minor). White for worried well,
etc. is optional.
45.
One sterile OB kit.
46.
One Sphygmomanometer (adult with regular and large size cuffs).
47.
One Sphygmomanometer (pediatric).
48.
One length-based tape or appropriate reference material for pediatric
equipment sizing and drug dosing based on estimated or known weight.
49.
One stethoscope.
50.
One roll aluminum foil or silver swaddler (enough to cover newborn).
51.
Infant blood pressure cuff with aneroid gauge.
52.
Flashlights (2).
53.
Two liters of sterile water for irrigation. One liter shall be sterile saline
solution for irrigation. May be packaged in bottles or bags. Unbroken seal
required.
54.
One container of water for purging fixed suction device.
55.
One container of water for purging portable suction devices.
56.
One 15g. glucose or other commercial derivative for oral administration.
57.
50g. activated charcoal.
58.
Automated external defibrillator (AED) (EMT or AEMT Level
Ambulance Only). AED shall have pediatric capabilities, including
pediatric sized pads and cables as appropriate. #22474
59.
Glucometer or blood glucose measuring device
60.
High Visibility Safety Apparel for Staff: Each Special Use EMS Vehicle
must be equipped with high visibility safety apparel for each person
staffing or participating in the operation of the vehicle. All garments must
meet the requirements of the American National Standard for High
Visibility Apparel ANSI/ISEA 107-2004 Performance Class 2 or
Performance Class 3, or the ANSI/ISEA 207-2006 Standard. All garments
must have labels, affixed by the manufacturer in accordance with the
standard, that indicate compliance with the Performance Class 2,
Performance Class 3, or 207-2006 standard.