First Aid Supplies Suggested for Emergencies

FROM THE AMERICAN RED CROSS FIRST AID MANUAL

Have 2 First Aid Kits (One for the home and one for the car)

  r           Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes

    r           2 inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)

    r           4 inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)

    r           Hypoallergenic adhesive tape

    r           Triangular bandages (3)

    r           2 inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)

    r           3 inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)

    r           Scissors

    r           Tweezers

    r           Needle

    r           Moistened towelettes

    r           Antiseptic

    r           Thermometer

    r           Tongue blades (2)

    r           Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant

    r           Assorted sizes of safety pins

    r           Cleansing agent/soap

    r           Latex gloves (2 pair)

    r           Sunscreen

    r           Nonprescription drugs

    r           Aspirin or non aspirin pain reliever

    r           Anti-diarrhea medication

    r           Antacid (for stomach upset)

    r           Syrup of Ipecac (Use to induce vomiting if advised by the Poison Control Center)

    r           Laxative

    r           Activated charcoal (use if advised by the Poison Control Center)

    r           Needles, thread