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Manufacturers a n d Distributors.' Send information on new products and services to.. New Product Guide. AeroMedicalJournal, RO. Box 1026, Solaria Beach, CA 92075.
Acoustic Stethoscope
Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
The new Datascope System 90T transport intra-aortic balloon pump is a compact modular unit which incorporates all the key features of Datascope's System 90 console balloon pump in a design suited for transport. In the restricted confines of helicopter and fixed wing ambulances, the individual modules can be mounted wherever space allows. From Datascope Corp., 580 Winters Avenue, P.O. Box 5, P a r a m u s , NJ 07653-0005; 201/265-8800.
Iv hal The Stat Start IV Kit places at your fingertips, four IV catheters of your choice, alcohol and/or betadine povidon preps, 2x2 gauze pads, band-aids, Op-site, a roll of tape and a velcro tourniquet. All items are replaceable from your own stock with the
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With the new LIFESCOPE, vital ~/ sounds can be readily and clearly obtained through dressings, bandages, wet suites, blankets and even jackets, according to the manufacturer. The delrin head filters external noises while amplifying heart and ~ I f lung sounds. The scope is 22 inches in length and weighs six ounces. The cost is $49.50. Contact: SM Company, P O. Box 965, Selma, CA 93662; 209/896-0162.
Heliporter equipment you are accustomed to and trust. Contact: American Dapar Co., 4406 212th Ave. SW, #B-9, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043; 206/771-5238.
Paravion Technology, Inc. has introduced their latest development in helicopter moving systems. These heavy duty units have a capacity to lift 10,000 lbs. and are designed to move helicopters economically and safely. The deluxe model operates with a smooth, variable speed, hydro-
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static drive controlled by a twist grip. Contact: Paravion Technology, Inc., 116 N. Racquette Drive, Ft. Collins, CO 80524; 303/224-3898. t
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T h e National Flight N u r s e s Association (NFNA} is a n e t w o r k of flight n u r s e s a n d affiliated medical personnel from e m e r g e n c y air p r o g r a m s across the U.S., Canada a n d Europe w h o stress quality p e r f o r m a n c e a n d c o m m i t m e n t to professional development. NFNA keeps y o u abreast of important issues a n d upgrades in t h e air medical industry. M e m b e r s receive reduced registration fees at national conferences, special rates for malpractice a n d disability insurance, the b i m o n t h l y A e r o M e d i c a l J o u r n a l , and, m o s t importantly, professional affiliation a n d peer interaction. Be a part of NFNA[!
NFNA MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION MAIL TO: NFNA, P.O. Box 8222, Rapid City, SD 57709 TEMPORARY TELEPHONE: 6051343-4464 Make check payable to: NFNA Name
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[] NEW [] RENEWAL (Membership # .) [] Active Member-S35 (any registered professional nurse actively participating (on a part-time or full-time basis) in air medical health care as a care provider,' educator, administrator, or researcher; or any registered professional nurse on leave of absence from active participation for up to two years). [] Inactive Member-S30 (past active members or registered professional nurses on leave of absence from active participation for more than two years). [] Affiliate/Corporate Members-S30 (any personnel actively participating in the air medical industry). AltIJ[ NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 1987
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