You already know the importance of first aid can provide an initial treatment in case of accident or get sick. In addition to your knowledge with a well-stocked first aid kit first can be extremely useful.
You can either buy ready-made kits in stores or can make a list of all drugs approved by the Red Cross. Otherwise, you customize a kit to meet your needs.
The following 5 steps will guide you to build a first aid kit for yourself.
* Container: You must choose a sturdy plastic container of appropriate size to be waterproof to protect its contents should it get wet. Choose the one that will keep your medical equipment safe and that can be opened easily. Alternatively, you can also purchase a waterproof bag to your kit.
* Standard Supplies: There are certain standards of medical supplies that your first aid kit should contain without fail. These include cotton, medical tape and self-adhesive bandages of various sizes. You must also have an antiseptic ointment to treat burns. Depending on your kit should have a thermometer, tweezers and scissors. Do not forget to add gloves and masks that can be very useful in case of more serious injuries.
* Drugs Special: You can store your kit with commonly used drugs for diseases like fever, diarrhea, pain relievers, antacids and cold even if you need it. For your first aid kit, you can also add specific drugs that address specific health conditions you or your family may have. For example medicines for blood pressure, diabetes and asthma are urgently needed in certain situations and should be included if you have such an affection.
* Notes: You can also add some notes to your first aid kit. These notes should contain emergency numbers so you can call for help when problems more serious nature. You should also make a note if you or a family member has allergies to certain drugs. Rate this information will better remember that you are liable to forget these crucial details an emergency. You can also include an instruction manual so you know the drugs for use in specific situations.
* Size Kit: a kit sized first aid containing a complete list of supplies is generally recommended. But for practical reasons, you can have a great kit at home for smaller and laptops can be kept in your car. You can also take a mini kit in your bag at any time, if you travel often or are prone to certain health conditions.
Remember to periodically check the contents of your first aid kit to remove expired medications and replace them with new provisions so that the entire contents of your kit can be used if necessary. Also note that according to the Red Cross must have sufficient medical supplies in your kit to you for the last seven days.
