1. What’s in a first aid kit
A first aid kit is used for For first aid, it should contain drugs, medical equipment, etc. for first aid. The items in the general medical first aid kit are:
1. First aid manual
International According to statistics from the Red Cross, only 12 percent of adults in the world can take emergency rescue measures in emergencies, and only 5 percent of them are effective. Many home first aid kits have a lot of stuff in them, but don’t know how to do it first. The lack of common sense of first aid makes many of us at a loss when an accident occurs, so a first aid manual is the most important. First aid manuals can be bought in general bookstores, and can also be downloaded and bound online.
2. Thermometer
When using a mercury thermometer, you must first shake off the mercury column and wipe off the sweat clip under the armpit for 10 minutes; use an electronic thermometer When the temperature is detected, place the probe where the temperature needs to be measured until a beep is heard, and the measured value is read out. Household electronic thermometers also have a service life, generally around 5 years.
3. Band-Aid
It can be used for small wounds and wound dressings, in all sizes of large, medium and small. Waterproof Band-Aids and Medicated Band-Aids should be prepared.
4. Sterilized gauze
Used to cover the wound. It neither has the potential to leave filaments on the wound like cotton, nor does it move the wound when removed. Bandages can also be used, which are elastic and used to wrap the wound without hindering blood circulation. 2 inches is suitable for hands, 3 inches is suitable for feet.
5 , Triangle Bandage
Also known as Triangle Bandage, it has a variety of uses and can support injured upper limbs, fix dressings or fractures, etc.
6. Round-tip scissors, pliers, disposable gloves
Round-tip scissors are safer and can be used to cut tape or bandages. It can also be used to cut clothing when necessary. Forceps can be used instead of holding dressings with both hands, or forceps to remove dirt from wounds, etc. Disposable gloves can prevent the human body from directly touching the wound and avoid cross infection.
7. Masks
It is mainly used to isolate the contamination of the wound by the gas in the mouth and nose. It should be reminded that you must wash your hands before and after wearing it, and replace it immediately after wearing it once.
8. Flashlight
When rescuing in the dark environment, it can be used to illuminate, and it can also be used for pupil response to fainted people.
9, 0.9 percent saline
Used to clean the wound. Based on hygienic requirements, it is best to choose individual small packages or medium-sized bottles. It should be noted that the leftovers should be thrown away after opening, and should not be put into the first aid kit. If not available, use unopened distilled or mineral water instead.
10. Disinfecting tissue
It is used to clean the skin, sterilize and disinfect, tear off the package and rub it directly on the skin.
11. Preservative paper
Use it to not stick to the wound and wrap the burn or scald before sending it to the hospital.
12. Ice packs
Placed on the site of a bruise, strained muscle, or sprained joint to constrict the capillaries and help reduce swelling. When nosebleed, place it on the forehead of the injured person to help stop the bleeding.
13. Antibiotic ointment
Such as chlortetracycline ointment, erythromycin ointment, used for knee, elbow abrasions, etc., to protect the exposed inner skin. Note: Do not use antibiotics at will, please read the instructions clearly. Or as directed by your doctor.
14. Topical antihistamines and aspirin (or other over-the-counter pain relievers)
Antihistamines are mainly for allergies, Such as chlorpheniramine, Xisimin (astemizole), diphenhydramine and so on.
Analgesics such as aspirin, painkillers, indomethacin, etc., are used to relieve mild to moderate pain, such as headache, joint pain, toothache, muscle pain, neuralgia, dysmenorrhea, and should be prepared at least Three to five days’ supply. If there is no improvement after 5 hours of taking the medicine, please go to the hospital as soon as possible to avoid delaying the condition.
It should be reminded that the medicines in the family first aid kit should be cleaned every 3 to 6 months. If your family has various chronic diseases, heart diseases, etc., supplement the first aid kit for individual cases.
Second, if there are elderly people at home, there are standing medicines in the first aid kit
The medical first aid kit is only suitable for first aid, and its capacity is relatively small. Better to use a large first aid kit. If there are elderly people at home, the following medicines should also be prepared in the first aid kit:
1. Cardiovascular and cerebrovascular medicines
In all likelihood, the elderly now have If you suffer from cardiovascular disease, in addition to the medicines you need to take as prescribed by your doctor, you may wish to prepare more nitroglycerin. Once you feel chest tightness, heart discomfort, or angina pectoris, you can take it immediately.
Now there is a new type of nitroglycerin spray, which works after just two sprays, which is more convenient. If parents suffer from cerebrovascular disease, their children can prepare Angong Niuhuang Pills at home. If they find signs of stroke, such as sudden slurred speech and inability to speak, it is best for them to take one pill.
2. Digestive drugs
Poor gastrointestinal function is also a common problem for the elderly. On the one hand, they are prone to flatulence after eating, so they can prepare some gastrointestinal motility drugs such as morphine; on the other hand, constipation is not a major problem, but there are many elderly people who die suddenly. Therefore, you should prepare some laxatives, such as Kaisailu.
3. Sphygmomanometer, blood glucose meter
For blood pressure medicine, the elderly with bad ears should choose electronic ones, and the accuracy is generally not a problem. When you feel dizzy, chest tightness and other uncomfortable symptoms, it is best to measure it in time. In addition, usually after getting up in the morning, it is best to measure blood pressure in order to detect abnormalities earlier. A blood glucose meter is a must-have for diabetic patients, and can be measured anytime, anywhere when uncomfortable.
4. Oxygen bag
Patients with heart disease or poor lung function are recommended to prepare one. However, it should be noted that the oxygen bag can only solve the ‘temporary pain’. Once the symptoms are relieved, you must go to a regular hospital for treatment.
5. Thermometer
The elderly are less sensitive to changes in their body temperature than before, and most of the time they don’t feel that they have a fever. Therefore, when the elderly are in low spirits and have no appetite, it is best to measure their body temperature first to see if the fever is ‘to blame’. Moreover, fever is the ‘pioneer’ of many major diseases and should not be ignored.
In addition, cold, fever, cough, and asthma medicines can also be used for many years. Experts remind that the family medicine box is for emergency use. After the sudden symptoms are relieved after taking the medicine, it is still necessary to go to the hospital for a systematic examination, so as not to miss the opportunity for treatment.