A first aid kit is an essential part of any household. It can help you care for minor injuries and other medical problems until you can reach a doctor or get to the hospital. Even if you’re not a doctor, having the right supplies will ensure your family stays safe at home. Surplus medical supplies offer a convenient way to create your first aid kit.
Gauze and Bandages
Gauze and bandages are the most common items in a first aid kit. Gauze rolls and pads can be used for covering wounds, cleaning wounds, and other purposes. The bandages come in varying sizes and types to find one that works for your needs. You may consider adding sterile gloves to your kit; these gloves stay on when applying pressure to an open wound. Tourniquets are also essential; tourniquet kits come with several types of tourniquets which can be used when there isn’t time to stop bleeding before transporting an injured person out of harm’s way. Splints can help stabilize broken bones until medical attention arrives at the scene.
Lubricants and Ointments
If you’ve been injured and your body stiffens, lubricants can help reduce the friction between body parts that may rub together. They are also excellent for treating dry skin.
Ointments and lubricants are typically offered as surplus medical supplies, including petroleum jelly-based products that can relieve pain while reducing swelling and bruising on the affected area. Some of these ointments are safe for people with sensitive skin as they contain ingredients that have anti-inflammatory properties in addition to moisturizing properties.
Antiseptics
Antiseptics are used to clean and disinfect wounds, particularly when you don’t have access to an autoclave or boiling water. You can also use them to clean surfaces in your home or office, but it’s critical not to use antiseptics on deep cuts because they irritate. Disinfecting wipes are an excellent addition to any first aid kit as they’re convenient, easy to use, affordable, and readily available with medical supplies at surplus stores.
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