There are basic things that should be in every first aid kit. It is really inportant that you are prepared in case of an emergency. Make sure that a first aid kit is easy to locate. A first aid kid should be stored in your home, and in each car. Make sure the first aid kit is out of reach of young children, and can be reached by older children.
It is important to know what to do in an medical emerency. A first aid book should be included with your first aid kit. Knowlege of basic first aid is important to prevent furture injury. Everyone should have a good knowlage of the first aid book, in order to be prepared.
First Aid Kids should contain the following:
Basic supplies
Adhesive tape
Aluminum finger splints
Antibiotic ointment
Antiseptic solution or towelettes
Bandages, including a roll of elastic wrap, and bandage strips in assorted sizes
Instant cold packs
Cotton balls and cotton-tipped swabs
Disposable latex or synthetic gloves, at least two pair
Gauze pads and roller gauze in assorted sizes
Eye goggles
First-aid manual
Petroleum jelly or other lubricant
Plastic bags for the disposal of contaminated materials
Safety pins in assorted sizes
Save-A-Tooth storage device containing salt solution and a travel case
Scissors, tweezers and a needle
Soap or instant hand sanitizer
Sterile eyewash, such as a saline solution
Thermometer
Triangular bandage
Turkey baster or other bulb suction device for flushing out wounds
A bottle of water, to clean out wounds, it is better to have a sterle bottle of water.
Medications
Activated charcoal (use only if instructed by Poison Control Center)
Anti-diarrhea medication
Over-the-counter oral antihistamine
Aspirin and nonaspirin pain relievers (never give aspirin to children)
Calamine lotion, or cream aginst ititching
Over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream
Personal medications
If prescribed by your doctor, drugs to treat an allergic attack, such as an auto-injector of epinephrine (EpiPen)
Syringe, medicine cup or spoon
Emergency items
Cell phone and recharger that utilizes the accessory plug in your car dash
Emergency phone numbers, including contact information for your family doctor and pediatrician, local emergency services, emergency road service providers and the regional Poison Control Center
Small, waterproof flashlight and extra batteries
Candles and matches for cold climates
Sunscreen
Emergency blanket and tent
The information provided on this site is intended for your general knowledge only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare provider. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition.
