First Aid Checklist - What Essentials Should A First Aid Survival Kit Contain?

Question

Looking to get my checklist (and first aid basics) right.

Answer 1

Your first aid checklist -

1 packet of 50 individually wrapped adhesive dressings

4 sterile eye pads

4 sterile coverings for serious wounds

4 triangular bandages

8 small sterile unmedicated wound dressings

4 medium sterile unmedicated wound dressings

4 large sterile unmedicated wound dressings

1 roll adhesive tape

2 crepe bandages

2 elastic bandages

12 safety pins

1 pair scissors

1 pair disposable gloves

1 resuscitation mask

1 pair tweezers

First aid booklet

Answer 2

first-aid manual

sterile gauze

adhesive tape

adhesive bandages in several sizes

elastic bandage

antiseptic wipes

soap

antibiotic cream (triple-antibiotic ointment)

antiseptic solution (like hydrogen peroxide)

hydro cortisone cream (1%)

acetaminophen and ibuprofen

extra prescription medications (if the family is going on vacation)

tweezers

sharp scissors

safety pins

disposable instant cold packs

calamine lotion

alcohol wipes or ethyl alcohol

thermometer

plastic gloves (at least 2 pairs)

flashlight and extra batteries

mouthpiece for administering CPR (can be obtained from your local Red Cross)

your list of emergency phone numbers

blanket (stored nearby)

water

MREs or something to that effect

pads & tampons(Great for makeshift bandages)