First aid kit

First aid kits are used to perform first aid on injured people.

A First-aid kit

A first aid kit often contains some or all of the following items:

• Two pairs of latex, or other sterile gloves (if you are allergic to latex).
• Sterile dressings to stop bleeding.
• Cleansing agent/soap and antibiotic towelettes to disinfect.
• Antibiotic ointment to prevent infection.
• Burn ointment to prevent infection.
• Adhesive bandages in a variety of sizes.
• Eye wash solution to flush the eyes.
• Thermometer
• Prescription medications you take every day such as insulin, heart medicine and asthma inhalers.
• A small vial of super glue, carefully used, can close cuts.
• Scissors
• CPR face mask
• Any other types of First Aid items.

See also

• First aid
• IFAK (individual first aid kit), US military equipment

  

  IFAK

• Bug-out bag
• Medical bag
• Injury
• Emergency