Tracheal Oropharyngeal Suction Apparatus
Definition:
A portable, self-contained, battery operated item for use in aspirating secretions, blood, or vomitus in the emergency treatment of unconscious or injured personnel in desert, tropic, arctic, or aeromedical environments. Consists of a motor, pump, rechargeable batteries, battery charger, power pack controls, speed selector controls, suction tubing, vacuum bottle, vehicle electric cord, operating instructions, and other related items. Item has electromagnetic interference and radio frequency interference suppressed circuitry.
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