What should I keep in my first aid kit? - Health & Beauty

"Wilderness first aid" would be treatment specific to using materials and supplies available in remote areas A "rescue first aid" kit specific to kayaking should include a "space blanket", compass, several lengths of rope, waterproof matches, as well as bandages, ointment, elastic wrap, and other wound care products. First aid kits for camping, etc are available at sites like REI. Depending on where you plan on going, an emergency locator/cell phone/sat phone could be a good idea. During cold weather, chemical warm packs could come in handy. A good outfitter/kayak shop would be a great source of any information about specific supplies for a specific area.

Here is a link to the DAN online store that have a lovely backpack for around $150 that is full of first aid supplies.

https://www.diversalertnetwork.org/store/home.aspx?id=61

Take a look at this Readers Digest article for some helpful tips about what not to use in first aid situations. http://www.rd.com/health/wellness/7-first-aid-standbys-you-should-never-use/

It is often recommended that medications are not kept in a first aid box because of the risk of allergies or misuse.

You can take a look at the joffe emergency site. They have a range of first aid kits that can be used in schools. http://www.joffeemergencyservices.com/School-Emergency-Kits-s/84.htm

Here are some basics that you should put in you first aid kit:

1. Antiseptic wipes or gel

2. Gauze or dressing pads

3. Bandages

4. Adhesive tape

5. Band Aids

6. Tweezers

7. Antiseptic ointment

8. Anti-histamine

9. Bite cream

RIC instruments are quite delicate, the receivers often fail, however it is a quick fix to replace them. Have you tried a drying kit, a drying kit is essential to maintain RIC or RITE instruments particularly during the summer months. Go back, get the receivers changed and ask for a drying kit.

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It is a common problem, Siemens do seem to suffer it more though. Your audi should keep receivers on hand in order that he can fix it on the spot. Keep your ears clean and dry, clean and dry your aids every night. The use of a drying kit is ideal, but make sure you are changing your tablet enough or re-charging your crystals in the microwave, whichever it is.