What should I put in my First Aide Kit?

Question

Am I forgetting anything and what are some extras I could add?

Peroxide

Neosporin

Band Aids (different sizes)

Gauze Roll

Paper Towel

Asprin

Tums

Methalyte (like red iodine)

Sun Screen stuff that helps with sun burns and prevents blisters

Answer 1

Here is a partial list that might help:

1
Elasticized (Ace) Wrap Bandage
Support distressed limb joints

Hold compresses or splints in place

1
Roll Gauze
Hold compresses or bandages in place

1
Roll Adhesive Tape
*Hold compresses or bandages in place

*Hold splints in place

8
Band-Aids
Treat small wounds

8
4”x4” Sterile Pads
Dress large wounds

4
Band-Aid Blister Skin or Moleskin
Prevent and treat blisters

2
Neosporin Ointment (travel packs)
Prevent infection to wounds

2
Betadine Towelettes (travel packs)
Cleans wounds

1
Tweezers
Removes splinters and ticks

4
Benadryl Tablets


*Bee stings, antihistamine, colds

(persons allergic to bee stings should carry an Epi-pen and be sure the trip leader is aware of this condition)

6
Imodium Tablets
Relieves diarrhea

4
Safety Pins
*Hold compresses and splints

*Open blisters

*Make arm sling from clothing or bandana

1
Sting-eze
Relieves sting from insect bites

1
Roll Antacid
Relieves nausea

8
Aspirin/Ibuprofen
*Relieves aches and pains

*Aspirin for heart attacks

1
Sunscreen
Prevents sunburn

1
Chapstick (tube)
Prevents dry lips

1
Insect Repellent
Keeps insects away

1
Pr. Rubber Gloves
Protects hands from blood and body fluids

1
Small Scissors
Cut tape and gauze

1
Liquid Antiseptic Hand Soap
Cleans hands

Alot depends on what you want it for, where you are going, and the training you have had. Ask other people what they have in their kits, and do a search on the internet. You'll get alot more good ideas.

Answer 2

depends on what you need it for? and how big you kit is?

for outdoors-->include something to remove ticks and splinters, tweezers work well. Neosporin for burns and peroxide is good for cleaning wounds. Make sure you have some clean dressings, sterile if possible to cover anything open (4X4s are fine and cheap). Don't go crazy with band-aids just regular and large is good. If you hike band-aids will also cover your blisters. Keep at least 2 Klings to wrap up dressings. Maybe consider some antibiotic cream, you can buy individual packs which are cheap. Also buy a triangular dressing they usually come with 2 safety bins for a broken bone to be wrapped. 1 last thing alcohol pads are small and inexpensive and pretty good for keep a wound clean.

If you have a large kit, include other equipment like pen lights, blanket, maybe some aloe. If you think you might be in a position to do CPR add a CPR mouth shield. It also can't hurt having a first-aid manual if you have the room, you can pick them up for free just about anywhere. Lastly, if you have a prescription for any meds from a doctor keep a few pills to get you by a couple of days in case of an emergency.

Answer 3

Tell ya what I would put. A box of good, tough band-aids,different sizes. Several rolls of not gauze but a better wrap called Kling (stronger, a Paramedic's favorite wound wrap). Some gauze pads and some Sterile gauze pads, different sizes. A Pocket Mask for "rescue Breathing". A sling with a saftey pin. Asprin, Sunscreen and Bactracin ointment if you like. Your job with a First Aid kit is to tend to the ABC'S like any good EMT. A=Airway, position with your hands, use your pocket mask for B=breathing. With your good bandages you can assist control of bleeding, C=Circulation.

Answer 4

hello
You have part of your list right
the first item,
bandages, bandaids, gauze rolls
if you buy a first aid kit it will be equipt.
slings,
depending on how big
an air splint
splint for immobilizing injuries of the arm and leg

Answer 5

Chap stick
a portable cell phone charger
a flashlight
medical sissors
any prescription drugs that you or your family may be taking
a bottle of water
a pocket knife
duct tape << i think if you add these things you will be good to go!!!!

Answer 6

just add various types of dressings, such as, gauze pads (2x2 3x3 and 4x4), cravats, bottle of water, tweezers, scissors, gloves, pocket cpr mask, ice packs, hot packs, tape, plastic bags (trust me they're first aid tools), and disposable blanket.

Answer 7

Rubbing alcohol, wet wipes, scissors, plastic gloves, plastic bags (for garbage or used items), towels or blankets, tweezers, and water.

Answer 8

Vomit Inducers, Laxsitives

Answer 9

lotion, scissors, plastic gloves (sterile). Gauze tape to go with the roll.

I have feminine products in mine.....just in case. I get that you are a guy...........yah, maybe you shouldnt go that far. :-)

Answer 10

iodine