Other Patient Warming Devices

CAUTION: Devices A-B should NOT be placed under the patient’s back or directly on bare skin. Doing so may increase the likelihood of thermal burns or render the device inoperable.

HAWK Warming Grid

- https://soldiersystems.net/2020/01/28/nsns-for-hawk-warming-grid/
- Air activated and heat adjustable. Can reseal individual cells for optimal performance.
- Conditions below 0F may require extended time (+15 minutes) to reach operating temperature
- 4-32 hours of operation

Ready-Heat Panel Blanket

- https://www.ready-heat.com/products/military/
- Air activated, NOT heat adjustable
- Conditions below 0F require extended time (+ 30 minutes) to reach operating temperature.
- Rendered inoperable by fluids and must ensure patient is dry prior to application and keep away from potential fluid sources.
- 8-10 hours of operation

Geratherm Mini Rescue II Hypothermia Kit

- rgmd.com
- Currently in the SOCOM Tribalco T-5 CASEVAC Kit

Chill Buster Blanket

Wiggy’s or down sleeping bag

Section 2: Fluid Warming5

Desirable Characteristics of a Resuscitation Fluid Warming Device