Lookinf for what to put in a First Aid Bag

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Here is a link with my large FAK. This isn’t something I normally carry around, but used for camping trips or if I had something serious happen at home. It may at least give you an idea of some items you may want to include.

http://edcforums.com/index.php?topic=33928

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Here is a link with my large FAK. This isn’t something I normally carry around, but used for camping trips or if I had something serious happen at home. It may at least give you an idea of some items you may want to include.

http://edcforums.com/index.php?topic=33928

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Here is a link with my large FAK. This isn’t something I normally carry around, but used for camping trips or if I had something serious happen at home. It may at least give you an idea of some items you may want to include.

http://edcforums.com/index.php?topic=33928

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Here is a link with my large FAK. This isn’t something I normally carry around, but used for camping trips or if I had something serious happen at home. It may at least give you an idea of some items you may want to include.

http://edcforums.com/index.php?topic=33928

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FAK info IS mind-numbing. So much data to take in. Before getting all technical get just the basics that can be used even without training like others suggested. Wait until after more in depth training before adding too many items. I’ve found prepackaged FAKs to be too expensive since the majority of contents are never used before their shelf life expires. I suggest you make your own selections.

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Rob72 said: ↑
These guys have some of the better modular kits I’ve found. This may be about what you need:
http://www.narescue.com/Individual-Patrol-Officer-Kit-IPOK-CG-P344C199.aspx

This is what I have in my work bag:
http://www.narescue.com/Operator-BLSIFAK-P122C4.aspx

As a biker, SAM splints and gauze roll or Kling wrap are excellent for splinting, and they’re cheap.
http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/MHR324-1.html
Thank you, great info!!

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well, heres what I would start with:

first and foremost training (CPR, First aid, possibly EMT)…then:

a first-aid manual(you may not be the one to end up using this kit)

Gloves(nitrile would be best)…bag of 10 (better to have more than needed)
CPR mask/breathing barrier

some normal bandaids
a box or two of 4″x4″ gauze pads, a boxor two of 2″x2″ gauze pads
perhaps a couple/few 5″x9″ trauma pads
atleast 2-3 rolls of gauze
3-6 triangular bandages (can be used as a sling if need be)
perhaps a couple of ACE bandages (for twisted ankles and the such…)
a couple of magazines or paint stirs (these with gauze roll or triangular bandages can be used to splint injuries)
some “ice cream sticks” (can be used to splint fingers)
couple rolls of first-aid tape…one paper tape, one breathable plastic
some “sample” packets of tylenol, motrin, and perhaps benadryl
a set of tweezers (or forceps)
a pair of scissors (emt or normal)

perhaps a small bottle of water (for eye irrigation, not wound)

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well, heres what I would start with:

first and foremost training (CPR, First aid, possibly EMT)…then:

a first-aid manual(you may not be the one to end up using this kit)

Gloves(nitrile would be best)…bag of 10 (better to have more than needed)
CPR mask/breathing barrier

some normal bandaids
a box or two of 4″x4″ gauze pads, a boxor two of 2″x2″ gauze pads
perhaps a couple/few 5″x9″ trauma pads
atleast 2-3 rolls of gauze
3-6 triangular bandages (can be used as a sling if need be)
perhaps a couple of ACE bandages (for twisted ankles and the such…)
a couple of magazines or paint stirs (these with gauze roll or triangular bandages can be used to splint injuries)
some “ice cream sticks” (can be used to splint fingers)
couple rolls of first-aid tape…one paper tape, one breathable plastic
some “sample” packets of tylenol, motrin, and perhaps benadryl
a set of tweezers (or forceps)
a pair of scissors (emt or normal)

perhaps a small bottle of water (for eye irrigation, not wound)

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The company that makes SAM splints also make finger splints also. I’ve use them in training scenarios where a victim had a sucking chest wound. They work sufficiently as a tongue depressor too.

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oh yeah…I’d also put in 2 or 3 mylar “survival blankets”…for use for helping treat shock if need be

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Obviously this link is to a UK site, but here’s an off-the-shelf kit specifically for motorists (not specifically for bikers but its all you need) that will give you an idea of the stuff you’d really need:

http://www.firstaidwarehouse.co.uk/xpp-portable_first_aid_kit.html#opt_description

This kit has most of the stuff that folk above have been suggesting. The triangular bandages can be used to support broken limbs until an ambulance arrives and there’s plenty to soak up blood. It has foil blankets, tape, plenty of dressings, a CPR shield and a few more items. You really don’t need anything more than what’s in the kit to keep the casualty stable until an ambulance arrives. Probably the only things you might want to add are medications for your own personal use such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen, immodium and antihistamines.

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For me one of the most important things is superglue (cyanoacrylate) for closing small wounds.

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For me one of the most important things is superglue (cyanoacrylate) for closing small wounds.

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For me one of the most important things is superglue (cyanoacrylate) for closing small wounds.

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For me one of the most important things is superglue (cyanoacrylate) for closing small wounds.

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