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We’ve already talked about first aid kits generally, but all of our recommendations revolved around purchasing a pre-assembled kit. It just-so-happens that one of our readers is an emergency-responder and has been a first aid / emergency preparedness councilor for many years. He was kind enough to share with us his list of recommended items to place in a first aid kit. The recommended quantities and volumes are appropriate for a starter kit suitable for “Minor” emergencies and a group of 2-3 individuals.
Again, please remember that you need to put thought into your specific needs, if you or someone in your family has special needs, add that to this list as you’re preparing your first aid kit.
Bandages and Dressings
Adhesive Bandages in several Shapes and Sizes Adhesive tape – 1” regular roll and 1” waterproof roll Steri-Strips: 1 package Ace Bandage (elastic) Include 1” and 4” rolls 2x Non-Adhesive Dressing Gauze pads – various sizes Gauze rolls, various widths Self adhering gauze – rolls of various widths 2x Sterile eye pads 2x triangular bandage Moleskin or Molefoam – 1 package Duct Tape
Wound Cleansers
Alcohol Wipes Antiseptic Wipes 3x Hand towels Hydrogen Peroxide Mild Liquid Soap (avoid antibacterial and deodorant soaps) 2-4 oz Cotton balls Cotton Swaps Eye Wash (visine or equivalent) small vial
Medications / Creams / Ointments / Repellants
Over the Counter Pain Medications (Aspirin, Tylenol, Ibuprofen) have multiple types, approximately 20 each Antacid Tabs – 20 Throat Lozenges – 10 Pepto-Bismol Tabs – 24 Prescription Medications Decongestant tablets & spray Childresn and invants non-aspirin liquid pain reliver Diarrhea medication Sugar or glucose solutions for diabetes Antihistamines Antibacterial cream Antibiotic ointment Hydrocortisone Cream (1%) Calamine Lotion Sunscreen (SPF 15 or greater) Lip Balm Activated Charcoal (for poisoning emergencies) Oral Re-hydration packets (2) Rehydration Fluids (ex Pedialyte) Insect Repellent Insect Sting Kit Snakebite Kit
Tools / Accessories
Disposable Gloves Thermometer (both oral and rectal) Tweezers Safety Pins Scissors (both blunt and sharp) Face Mask for CPR 1 length of surgical tubing / constricting band
Other
First Aid Guide Paper & Pencil List of Emergency Phone numbers 2x Ice Packs / Heat Packs Heating Pad Wool Blankets & Emergency Blanket Matches Flashlight & Batteries Water Purification tablets or device Petroleum Jelly
