Appendix A: Class VIII Medical Materiel

Based on the Normal Clinical Parameters for MWDs K9 CPG, for best practices for MWD care, the following medical materials are recommended:

Basic Monitoring Equipment

- Stethoscope
- Thermometer
- Non-invasive Blood Pressure (NIBP) monitoring device such as:
  - Sphygmomanometer
  - Oscillometric blood pressure monitor
  - Doppler ultrasound probe with blood pressure cuff
- Pulse oximeter
- ECG monitor

Diagnostic and Laboratory Tools

- Hematology analyzer
- Chemistry analyzer
- Portable chemistry analyzer (e.g., i-STAT)

Intravenous (IV) Catheter Placement Equipment and Supplies

- Peripheral IV catheters (various sizes, 18–22 gauge)
- IV extension sets and t-ports
- Central venous catheters (single – 14-16 gauge or multi-lumen – 7 French)
- Clippers
- Scrub (chlorhexidine or iodine based)
- Surgical drapes and sterile gloves

Sedation Supplies (as needed for IV catheter placement)

- Injectable sedatives (e.g., Dexmedetomidine)
- NOTE: Some patients may require general anesthesia for central venous catheter placement. In these instances, refer to the Anesthesia and Analgesia K9 CPG.

Additional Supplies

- Elastic bandages (e.g., VetWrap)
- Rolled gauze
- Sterile gauze pads and non-adherent dressings
- Medical tape
- Surgical instruments (scalpel handles, blades, scissors, forceps, needle drivers)
- Suture (non-absorbable)
- E-collars (Elizabethan collars) or buckets
- Muzzles (basket or soft, for safety during procedures

For additional information including National Stock Number (NSN),please contact dha.ncr.med-log.list.lpr-cps@health.mil

DISCLAIMER: This is not an exhaustive list. These are items identified to be important for the care of combat casualties.