Prepare children for medical emergencies in age-appropriate ways. The American Red Cross offers a number of helpful resources, including classes designed to help children understand and use first-aid techniques. There is a problem with information submitted for this request. Sign up for free, and stay up-to-date on research advancements, health tips and current health topics, like COVID, plus expert advice on managing your health.
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Your local drug store may sell them. You can also make your own. Some kits are designed for specific activities, such as hiking, camping or boating. Build a Survival Kit. Make a Disaster Plan. Non-adhesive dressings — best used for covering burnt or abraded scraped or grazed skin. Never use adhesive dressings on burnt or abraded skin. Wound dressings — these thick pads are used to help control bleeding and reduce the risk of infection. Different sizes are needed for different-sized wounds.
Crepe or conforming bandages — these elastic bandages are used to create pressure, hold dressings in place, reduce swelling and provide some support. Triangular bandages — these non-elastic bandages are used for slings, to hold splints in place and to restrict movement. Sterile eyewash solution — used to flush eyelashes, insects, dust, sand or similar particles from the eye.
Never attempt to remove an object that is embedded in or has penetrated an eye — in such an instance, seek urgent medical attention. You can purchase first aid kits from your local pharmacy or from providers such as St John Ambulance Australia Victoria. Do a first aid course, so you know how to help if someone is injured or becomes ill.
More information here. Give feedback about this page. Was this page helpful? Yes No. View all first aid. Related information. You can buy a first aid kit at drugstores or a local Red Cross office, or make one of your own. If you make one, use containers that are roomy, sturdy, easy to carry, and simple to open. Plastic tackle boxes or containers for storing art supplies are ideal because they're lightweight, have handles, and offer a lot of space and separate sections.
Reviewed by: Kate M. Cronan, MD.
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