First Aid Kit

Assemble a first aid kit for your Disaster Supplies Kit and one for each car.
  • The basics for your first aid kit include:
    • First aid manual.
    • Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes.
    • Assorted sizes of safety pins.
    • Cleansing agent/soap.
    • Latex gloves (2 pairs).
    • Sunscreen.
    • 2-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6).
    • 4-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6).
    • Triangular bandages (3).
    • Nonprescription drugs.
    • 2-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls).
    • 3-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls).
    • Scissors.
    • Tweezers.
    • Needle.
    • Moistened towelettes.
    • Antiseptic.
    • Thermometer.
    • Tongue depressor blades (2).
    • Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant.
  • Have the following nonprescription drugs in your Disaster Supplies Kit:
    • Aspirin or non-aspirin pain reliever.
    • Anti-diarrhea medication.
    • Antacid (for stomach upset).
    • Syrup of ipecac (use to induce vomiting if advised by the poison control center).
    • Laxative.
    • Activated charcoal (use if advised by the poison control center).
    • Vitamins.
  • Add any necessary prescription and nonprescription drugs.
  • Add special needs for infants, elderly persons, or anyone with serious allergies.