First aid is something to think about at home and when on a trip. Kits are easy to assemble. In addition, there is plenty of advice online, at public libraries, doctor\’s offices and from pharmacists.

Many accidents happen at home. Some are minor while others can be life-threatening. Even still, some illness and urgent care needs at home might not manifest as accidents; so it is best to be prepared for any case of emergency.

Similarly on trips, the potential of the sudden onset of illness or physical distress such as an injury ought to be anticipated and prepared for. When preparations are in place, a turn in events may not be catastrophic. On the other hand, a minor casualty might turn nasty if aid is not immediately available at the time.

If one were to assemble a kit, whether to be used at home or on a trip, the first priority is to decide on a place to keep it where it can be accessible at a moment\’s notice. For instance, everyone in the home, even visitors, ought to be made familiar with the placement which ought never be changed. Keeping the kit in one place and one place only is assurance that it can be located by anyone at the time of need.

When travelling, the kit can be kept in one place or left in the responsible care of a person who is always available. If at a cabin, cottage or on a boat for example, the kit would be placed in an easily accessible spot of which everyone is made aware. It would be wise to make knowledge of the placement a priority before any unpacking or unloading of luggage or equipment is done.

Most kits would include many sizes and styles of bandages. Tensor bandages are good to have on hand also in case of a sprain injury. At least one bottle each of rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide and burn medication are essential items.

Pain-killers such as Aspirin and Tylenol are a must. Antihistamines and/or an epipen are necessary in case of an allergic reaction and its severity. A whistle, a loud air-horn and a snake-bite kit are items that would be well-placed in the kit.

A corrugated bone-stabilizer, usually yellow in colour, would be a good addition to stabilize a broken bone if it becomes necessary to transport a patient to an urgent care facility. Having a neck-brace and a cane would also be a wise choice for this same reason.

Good old fashion soap and water and unscented baby-wipes are items which would come in handy in the event of an abrasion injury to avoid the possibility of infection. At least one pair of safety goggles and non-latex gloves are essential items to carry in a kit these days to avoid contracting diseases such as HIV or hepatitis when helping someone who is bleeding.

Over the counter medicines for cough, cold /flu and anti-nausea would also be a wise inclusion. Also, an eye-wash/bath is something that ought to be packed with the rest of the items.

Although it may seem at first that there are too many items to carry along, the fact remains that it is always better to be well-prepared to administer first aid than to have regrets afterwards.

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