How to Prepare Your First-Aid Kit?

A First-Aid Kit is essential for every home, office or college. It is sad that most of us do not realize its importance and as a result don’t have it ready at all times.  First things first a first-aid kit must be:

Well-stocked

Easy to Reach

Trust me, I will save you a lot of trouble during an emergency. Hence, it is crucial to have one at your home, in your car, and at your workplace. Don’t forget to take it along with you during vacations. Most people prefer opting for home care nursing services in Islamabad / Rawalpindi in case of minor medical needs. It is surely a great option but there are times when you can’t access any medical help, that’s where first aid boxes come to rescue.

Here is how you can create your very own first aid kit:

First things first, get a box. Either buy one from a drug store or a pharmacy. Make sure that it is roomy, sturdy as well as lightweight. Usually, the plastic boxes work best as first aid boxes. Avoid getting anything super fancy.

Contents of a first-aid kit:

A First-Aid Manual That Is Update

A List of Emergency Phone Contacts

Gauze Pads of Different Sizes

An Adhesive Tape Is a Must

Band-Aids in Different Sizes

An elastic bandage

Antiseptic Sprays and Wipes

A Mini Soap

Antibiotic Ointments

A Hydrogen Peroxide Solution

Pain killers

Extra prescription medicines that you take

Sharp Scissors

Safety Pins and Cold Packs

Alcohol Wipes or Ethyl Alcohol

A Thermometer

Tooth Preservation Kit

Plastic Gloves

Note: There is a lot more that can go into the first aid kit but these are the basics that must be in your kit at all times.

Now once you have made the kit, it is important to regularly update it and replace any medication and ointments which have expired. Make sure to keep it out of the reach of children under three. If your kids are a little older, then help them learn the contents of first aid kit and how to use it if needed. However, if you can, it is better to get the help of experts if you can. Stay Safe!