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First Aid Kits
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First Aid Kits
Family First Aid Kit With Children In Mind
We usually don’t think about an emergency happening before it really does. So everyone needs a basic family first aid kit on hand. If you have small children the ingredients are just a little different. This kit is to be kept at home for minor scrapes and cuts. It would be fine to add these ingredients to your emergency kit but please also keep these in your home and readily available.
Ingredients for Family First Aid Kit:
Paper towels or napkins can be used to stop bleeding. They are sterile and easy to dispose of.
Wash off wound with soap and water.
Hydrogen peroxide should be used to sterilize the wound if it is an open wound. It doesn’t sting!
Alcohol may be used to sterilize a not open wound. It does sting.
Use an antibiotic type cream. (Generic is fine.)
Different size bandaids are a must. There is no need to keep large guaze on hand. If a cut is that large, you probably need a doctor.
Ice pack. This is the first thing to do with swelling. Ice will reduce the swelling. You can buy expensive ice packs or just keep a bag of frozen peas in your freezer. These are flexible and bend to any part of the body.
A basic ace bandage can be used on almost any part of the body.
For fever and pain relief keep Tylenol or Advil. (Once again, generic is fine.) For small children be sure you keep infant drops or age appropriate sizes. Use Tylenol for small children. As the child ages, Advil or Motrin will be given when appropriate. Advil and Motrin are better for injuries because if has an anti-inflammatory agent. Be sure you take this with you when you travel.
A digital thermometer is also a must. The ear thermometers are not as accurate. Take temperatures in the evening when they are generally higher.
Antihistimines are important. Claritin or Benedryl (generics are fine) are good over the counter medications. Benedryl cream or Topicort can be put directly on bites or rashes to help with itching. Ice also helps with itching.
It’s good to have some type of antiseptic wipes when you cannot get to soap and water easily.
***I am a firm believer in treating all health problems with natural or alternative medicines. But in an emergency go with what is available then seek professional care or guidance.
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