{"id":113998,"date":"2021-12-16T16:00:24","date_gmt":"2021-12-16T10:30:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/?p=113998"},"modified":"2021-12-15T22:21:52","modified_gmt":"2021-12-15T16:51:52","slug":"10-must-have-things-to-include-in-a-first-aid-kit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/health\/10-must-have-things-to-include-in-a-first-aid-kit","title":{"rendered":"10 Must-Have Things To Include In a First Aid Kit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">From a simple scratch on a knee to getting a broken bone, one thing is certain that accidents happen. Therefore, one should always be prepared by keeping a few items in your home for instant care.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">One can purchase prepackaged first aid kits but should make them better off on your own. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It would help if you always carried a first aid box in your bag or a vehicle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">So what are you waiting for? <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Just head on to a local pharmacy shop and\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">pick up the following items for your kit:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">First Aid Handbook<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Purchase a first aid handbook and read the manual patiently and carefully to prepare yourself to handle all kinds of emergencies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Two Pairs of Gloves<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Sterile gloves offer excellent and safe protection for the victim and the rescuer while treating the bleeding of open wounds. In addition, the gloves provide the affected area with a germ-free barrier. Always use non-latex gloves if you have a latex allergy.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Sanitizing Agent<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Antibiotic cloth or a lite antiseptic like hydrogen peroxide can help to clean and disinfect a wound.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Adhesive Tape and Gauze<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This duo of adhesive tape and gauze works best to stop the bleeding. Just apply sterile gauze on the bleeding wound, be firm and put a gentle pressure. Once the bleeding stops, you can use adhesive tape to hold the gauze. An adhesive bandage helps to keep the wound away from the dirt.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Antibiotic Ointment<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">After cleaning the wound, use antibiotic ointment because it helps to defend the wound against infection. It also helps to speed up the healing process and reduces the scars.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Scissors and Tweezers<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The round-edged scissors helps to protect the victim from further injury. Use the shears to tear the tape and use the gauze to remove clothing if needed. The tweezers are used for removing particulate debris, dirt, and splinters. But remember not to use the tweezers to remove a sting bite of an insect because it can end up pushing more venom into your skin. For such types of cases, brush that injured area with the edge of the card and a piece of iron or key.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Elastic Wraps<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You can use elastic wraps to stabilize the elbow, wrists, ankle, and knee injuries. It also helps to reduce swelling.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Triangular Bandages<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Triangular bandages are large and can wrap wounds, especially as slings for broken bones or dislocated arms and shoulders. Don&#8217;t forget to carry safety pins because that helps keep the bandages in place.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Pain Relievers<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Painkillers like Ibuprofen, acetaminophen and aspirin are all helpful in soothing minor pains and aches. With doctors&#8217; approval, it&#8217;s a good idea to keep one strip of aspirin tablets in a bag in case of a heart attack. Don&#8217;t give aspirin tablets to children, and don&#8217;t use them without any cause. Always check the expiration dates of all medications before using them.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ice Packs<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Use an instant ice pack immediately to treat burns and various injuries like muscle crack, fracture, insect stings, sprains, and strains.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Emergency Phone Numbers<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You can mark the contact numbers of your family members on mobile, which will get highlighted on the top in case of an emergency. For example, dial 112 immediately if you see an accident victim. It would help if you kept all kinds of emergency numbers on your cell phone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From a simple scratch on a knee to getting a broken bone, one thing is certain that accidents happen. Therefore, one should always be prepared by keeping a few items in your home for instant care.\u00a0 One can purchase prepackaged first aid kits but should make them better off on your own. 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