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N.I.K ( Capnospot + Needle Decompression Indicator Kit

SKU: MS-87110-EA

N.I.K™ Needle Decompression Indicator Kit (Capnospot® + 10ga × 3.25 Decompression Needle″)

Confirm decompression of a tension pneumothorax in seconds—visually. The N.I.K™ pairs a 10 ga × 3.25″ needle with the Capnospot® Colorimetric CO₂ Indicator and a built‑in one‑way valve. When pleural CO₂ reaches the device, the indicator flips from blue to yellow, giving an immediate, objective “yes/no” confirmation of the existence of tension physiology and confirmation of needle placement—ideal for noisy, low‑light prehospital environments. Lightweight, compact, and assembled in the USA.

Key Benefits:

  • Objective confirmation: blue→yellow color change verifies pleural CO₂ and catheter patency—no guesswork.
  • Integrated one‑way valve: prevents air backflow during decompression.
  • Fast & portable: pocket‑size kit; simple luer‑lock connection to the 10 ga needle.
  • Designed for the field: easy to interpret in noise/low light; minimizes repeat attempts.
  • Assembled in USA, TAA compliant.

Specifications:

Attribute Detail
Part Number / SKU MS‑87110 (N.I.K)
Needle Included 10 gauge × 3.25″ decompression needle
Indicator Capnospot® colorimetric CO₂ (blue→yellow) with integrated one‑way valve
Unit of Issue 1 each
Package Size / Weight 7.5″ × 3.75″ × 0.5″; ~1 oz
Service Life 5 (years, unopened)
Compliance TAA compliant – Assembled in USA
Manufacturer MedSource Labs (CAGE 084B4)


How it works (at a glance):

  1. Perform needle thoracostomy per protocol using the included 10 ga × 3.25″ catheter.
  2. Attach Capnospot® to the hub via luer‑lock; observe the indicator.
  3. Blue→Yellow = pleural CO₂ detected; continue definitive care. If no change, reassess site/catheter patency per protocol.

N.I.K vs other devices (quick compare):

Device Confirmation Catheter Valve Notable Features
N.I.K™ (this kit) Colorimetric CO₂ (blue→yellow) 10 ga × 3.25″ Integrated one‑way Objective, visual confirmation; compact, assembled in USA
NAR Enhanced ARS None 10 ga or 14 ga × 3.25″; fenestrated catheter None Pen‑style case; fenestrations for airflow
NAR SPEAR Audible “whistle” check valve + depth markings 10 ga × 3.75″; fenestrated catheter Detachable one‑way Spin‑lock connection; lateral or anterior approach
Cook Turkel Set Device‑specific visual indicator Reinforced catheter set 3-way Stopcock Comprehensive kit; needle thoracentesis/TPX use
Standalone Capnospot® Colorimetric CO₂ (blue→yellow) (indicator only) One‑way in device Attaches to many needles; N.I.K bundles it for speed

Order the N.I.K™ kit today—objective ND confirmation with a compact, field‑ready package. 

 

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N.I.K ( Capnospot + Needle Decompression Indicator Kit

MS-87110-EA

N.I.K Needle Decompression Indicator Kit sealed pouch (Capnospot + 10ga × 3.25″ needle)

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