HOW TO MAKE A SIMPLE FIRST AID KIT

Below is a list of items that you may want to put into a simple first aid kit for your 5 day kit.  Modify this list to fit your families needs.  It is best if your kit is kept inside a water proof container, this will prevent your contents from getting wet or contaminating items in your pack.

Check list for Standard First Aid Kit Supplies
___Container (metal, wood, or plastic) with a fitted cover to store first aid kit
___First Aid Booklet (including CPR)
___Prescribed Medications
___Any critical medical family histories
___ Adhesive tape
___Ammonia
___Bicarbonate of soda
___Calamine lotion (sunburn/insect bites)
___Diarrhea remedy
___Elastic bandages
___Gauze bandages
___Hot-water bottle
___Hydrogen peroxide
___Ipecac syrup (induces vomiting)
___Knife
___Matches
___Measuring cup
___Medicine dropper
___Needles
___Paper bags
___Razor blades
___Rubbing alcohol
___Safety pins
___Scissors
___Soap
___Thermometer
___ Triangular bandages
___Tweezers
___Prescriptions
___Immunization records
___Medications for children
___Fever reducing medications such as aspirin, acetaminophen, or ibuprofen
___Allergy medication
___Antibacterial wipes
___Antibiotic ointment
___Antiseptic wipes
___Band-aids
___Burn ointment/spray
___Cotton balls
___Cough syrup/cough drops
___Disposable blanket
___Eye drops/eye wash
___Feminine Hygiene
___Gloves
___Hand sanitizer
___Hot and cold instant packs
___Hydro cortisone cream
___Lip ointment (chap stick)
___Medical tape (waterproof & regular)
___Nail clippers
___Needle and thread
___Snake bite kit
___Sterile strips
___Sunscreen/lotion
___Tourniquet kit
___Vaseline
___Water purification tablets

This checklist gives basic recommendations for putting together a standard first aid kit. For your family situation you may wish to add or subtract from this list.