First aid kit
im trying to put together a good first aid kit to keep in my truck. ive got the essentials down im pretty sure(bandaids alcohol whipes and such). what are somethings i might not think of? not looking to make a mabile hospital here just something to treat non life threatening injuries? im thinking something like this would be more the suffecient. http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/MHR328-1.html
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thinking of survival or emergency supplies for a number of reasons so was looking at these kits...jeez... one $150 kit didn't even list a pair of scissors ?????????...would spend up to $200 for a comprehensive kit as one here is rn-arnp and could handle a lot of situations if need be...appreciate any knowledgeable recommendations...thanks 0 -
I am building a first aid kit to take camping and for my BOB. I have almost all the components but I have nothing to put it in. what do you suggest, I need it to be able to attach it from one bag to another. 0 -
I would like to know what items an emt or a nurse would like to see in an average kit?I have a kit that has the basics.How bout yours? What do I need to add to mine?........Now if you will excuse me,Im going to my local bar and get drunk. 0 -
My youngest son is just finishing up his EMT qualifications/testing - on
his way to become a firefighter/paramedic here in San Diego - I'll ask him.
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quote:Originally posted by zipperzap
My youngest son is just finishing up his EMT qualifications/testing - on
his way to become a firefighter/paramedic here in San Diego - I'll ask him.
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I would like to know as I will be taking a BASIc first aid course.But Just becuz the items in my kit may be over my head ,So to speak,whats to say should schit hit the fan,that someone Im running with doesent have the knowledge to use the supplies I have.My twin sisters are RNs.They dont have a "bug out bag".I feel a responsability to do this.0 -
Well, a LOT of 4x4 offroad sites have extensive first aid kits that they
put together. I use to run a lot down in Baja and and just about every
rig down there had a good handbuilt kit - usually in a big red ammo
can - mine was too - but danged if I can remember exactly what was
in there - my wife was an ICU/CCU RN and she'd always keep it well
stocked/updated. I'll ask John when he gets home tonight - I think
he's on his last ridealong tonight. He takes his 'Nationals' in a couple
of weeks.
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quote:Originally posted by zipperzap
Well, a LOT of 4x4 offroad sites have extensive first aid kits that they
put together. I use to run a lot down in Baja and and just about every
rig down there had a good handbuilt kit - usually in a big red ammo
can - mine was too - but danged if I can remember exactly what was
in there - my wife was an ICU/CCU RN and she'd always keep it well
stocked/updated. I'll ask John when he gets home tonight - I think
he's on his last ridealong tonight. He takes his 'Nationals' in a couple
of weeks.
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you can buy any kit to fit your needs. if it has to do with first aid you can never have enough items. i think CHEAPER THAN DIRT offers several kits with sutures and more 0 -
I am a State Certified Responder. I am required by law to assist whenever possible. I carry full jump kits in each vehicle. In each kit is....
(bold items are recommended for a household kit)
Blood Pressure kit (one is electronic)
Trauma Pads
3x3 and 4x4 gauze pads, 2 boxes of 10 of each
gauze wraps
med tape
Emergency blanket
Cold packs
Hemostats
Shears
Tweezers
Knife
Bacitracin
Burn Cream
Pen Light
Maxi-pads(they are super absorbent, non clinging, and sterile. They make CHEAP gauze pads)
Tube for amputated appendage(finger, toe)
Saline Solution, two bottles
Alcohol (peroxide is recommended)
Bandaids
Saline solution is a good cleaning solution. Of course it's great for rinsing eyes, but for small cuts and scrapes. It doesn't burn and is NOT an antiseptic. It also helps kids feel better as you are cleaning their wound as it doesn't sting.0 -
Splint materials? Do they still use them? 0 -
The more common spints now are called AirSplints. You wrap a soft bead-filled bag around the break, then use a small hand pump to suck out the air in the bag. Makes a rigid splint that you can use in various ways.
Or you can tape a phonebook around a broken leg/arm, etc.0 -
Interesting - thanks for the update - we used to carry newspapers -
make good splints ... and also good for starting campfires.[:o)]
The deeper we would go in the Baja or Sonora Sur meant the kits would
be bigger and more extensive. Often Mex. morphine was common in
the racing pit kits. Not quite legal on either side of the border it was
always ignored by the Federals and Locals if it was in a race kit. I saw it
used more than once.
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I'm putting together a first aid kit for my truck. Rather than start a new topic, I figured I'd bump this one back to the top.
Should I add anything else?0 -
in brigade QM they have first aid kits
you can go mild or hog wild.0 -
Don't forget duct tape. 0 -
tourniquets 0 -
quote:Originally posted by cubslover
I am a State Certified Responder. I am required by law to assist whenever possible. I carry full jump kits in each vehicle. In each kit is....
(bold items are recommended for a household kit)
Blood Pressure kit (one is electronic)
Trauma Pads
3x3 and 4x4 gauze pads, 2 boxes of 10 of each
gauze wraps
med tape
Emergency blanket
Cold packs
Hemostats
Shears
Tweezers
Knife
Bacitracin
Burn Cream
Pen Light
Maxi-pads(they are super absorbent, non clinging, and sterile. They make CHEAP gauze pads)
Tube for amputated appendage(finger, toe)
Saline Solution, two bottles
Alcohol (peroxide is recommended)
Bandaids
Saline solution is a good cleaning solution. Of course it's great for rinsing eyes, but for small cuts and scrapes. It doesn't burn and is NOT an antiseptic. It also helps kids feel better as you are cleaning their wound as it doesn't sting.
I second the alcohol. It helps you deal with the blood. A few shots of Jack Daniels and I don'tmind watching you bleed.0 -
quote:Alcohol (peroxide is recommended)
What is that Cubs, peroxide is not a replacement for alcohol. It does not disinfect, it cleans mainly through the bubbling action, and actually inhibits first intention healing.
I say Jack Black is needed for killing the pain.0 -
I think I'm going to add two other items
Glucose tablets: In case of a sugar drop
Asprin: Pain reliever/Heart Attack0 -
Tape(any kind) and super glue. 0 -
quote:Originally posted by He Dog
quote:Alcohol (peroxide is recommended)
What is that Cubs, peroxide is not a replacement for alcohol. It does not disinfect, it cleans mainly through the bubbling action, and actually inhibits first intention healing.
I say Jack Black is needed for killing the pain.
Actually alcohol inhibits healing more than peroxide. I recommend alcohol over anything because it prevents infection so much better as it's the best disinfectant. Preventing infection is more important to me than a wound healing quicker.
Most healthcare professionals will recommend peroxide however.0 -
quote:Originally posted by cubslover
Actually alcohol inhibits healing more than peroxide. I recommend alcohol over anything because it prevents infection so much better as it's the best disinfectant. Preventing infection is more important to me than a wound healing quicker.
Most healthcare professionals will recommend peroxide however.
This might be a stupid question, but how does neosporin stack up?0 -
I far from an EMT but I have a basic first aid kitand added the following to one of those plastic ammo cans in my truck.
NON STICK gauze pads(lots)
BUTTERFLY BANDAGES(lots)
NOESPORENE
peroxide
Coaches tape
electrical tape
latex gloves
550 cord
tweezers
scissors
needle & 6lb mono fishing line
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quote:Originally posted by Rack Ops
quote:Originally posted by cubslover
Actually alcohol inhibits healing more than peroxide. I recommend alcohol over anything because it prevents infection so much better as it's the best disinfectant. Preventing infection is more important to me than a wound healing quicker.
Most healthcare professionals will recommend peroxide however.
This might be a stupid question, but how does neosporin stack up?
Different uses, per se.
Peroxide and alcohol are used initally to curb infection at start. Neosporin is used to continue as an antiseptic as the wound heals.0 -
quote:Originally posted by Jake_S-83
tourniquets
And QuickClot. That's all you really need.0 -
quote:Originally posted by Zulu7
quote:Originally posted by Jake_S-83
tourniquets
And QuickClot. That's all you really need.
Tell me about quickclot, Jake.
Problem with Tourniquets is, once it's on, the limb comes off. Blood clots in the limb may be released once the tourniquet is removed and cause even bigger problems.0 -
quote:Originally posted by Rack Ops
This might be a stupid question, but how does neosporin stack up?
It made the top of my list. Wash out cuts with whatever solution you have on hand then fill with neosporinand tape up. Also works on mild to moderate burns(skin minor flesh)the maxium pain relief works wonders.
I am intrested in the quick clot...is it available at the pharmacy?0 -
I asked one of my friends (he's an ER doctor) if Quik Clot had any use in the civilian world.
His opinion was that the amount of damage caused by applying it, while sometimes necessary on the battlefield, is impractical for civilian use0 -
I'll jump in this one as I've been a paramedic for over 10 years here. First and foremost, whatever you have in a medical kit, know how to use it. It all depends on level of training you have, laws in your state regarding advanced procedures such as starting and I.V, and your knowledge on the equipment and supplies in your kit.
Everybody should have bleeding control items such as 4x4's, combine dressings, roll gauze and tape. Splinting device for arms such as the SAM splint, triangular bandage and ace bandages to secure splints. Something to irrigate eyes with such as a 500ml bottle of 0.9% saline for irrigation. A pair of scissors to cut clothing away and tape and gauze. I would say that if you went to the GALS web site and looked at the First responder bags and basic first aid bags you would be in good shape. Basic first aid skills are paramount in bleeding control, know the steps.
1. direct pressure
2. Elevation of extremity if it is an extremity wound
3. apply pressure dressing
4. Apply a pressure point if trained
5. Tourniquet as a last resort
Quick Clot is easily obtainable, but can also cause burn injuries and extreme complications if used inappropriately such as pouring this crap into an open chest wound. It does require training.
Piece of advise, most commercially produced kits or bags will not give you enough bleeding control items for a large wound such as a 7.62 through the thigh. Get some extra.0 -
It's good to have a first aid kit but the most important thing is learn how to use what you have. Also learn to improvise around what you don't have. Learn to use what is around. It's almost as important to know what not to do.
If you keep super glue in a first aid kit, I recommend using rubber gloves so when you squirt it all over your hands you haven't glued your fingers together.0
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