The first and most obvious reason is that a home first aid kit will contain the stuff that your family needs to survive; bandages and any specialist medical intervention equipment specific to your needs. Allergic response families for example will have an EpiPen in their first aid kit. Diabetic families will have jelly beans and the like. The second reason is less obvious. Having a first aid kit you know you’ve stocked with the right materials keeps the panic at bay, it enables you to calmly assess the situation and reach for the right materials. And as any first responder knows, a sense of calm is key to making the right decisions in a manner that enables the best outcome.
So, What Does the Ideal First Aid Kit Contain?
Adhesive strip dressings – bandaids. Stock the type that your family member is not allergic to.
Non-adhesive dressings – best for burnt 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.
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