First Aid and Safety

First-Aid Kit

Objectives: Students will

Become more aware of the contents and the importance of a First Aid Kit.

Identify common items found in a First Aid Kit.

Build their own First Aid Kit.

Why have a First Aid Kit?

It will help you handle an emergency at a moments notice.

With these basic supplies you are better prepared to help your loved ones when they are hurt.

Building your First Aid Kit: The Container Plastic tackle boxes or containers for

storing art supplies are ideal. Durable Lightweight Have handles Offer lots of space

Things you should include

Sterile gloves – 2 pairs. Sterile dressings to stop

bleeding. Cleansing agent/soap

and antibiotic towelettes to disinfect.

Antibiotic ointment to prevent infection.

Burn ointment to prevent infection.

Adhesive bandages in a variety of sizes.

Eye wash solution to flush the eyes or as general decontaminant.

Thermometer Prescription

medications you take daily.

Prescribed medication supplies such as glucose and blood pressure monitoring equipment and supplies.

Things it may be good to have

Cell phone Scissors Tweezers Tube of petroleum jelly or other

lubricant

Non-prescription drugs

Potassium Iodide Aspirin or nonaspirin pain reliever Anit-diarrhea medication Antacid (for upset stomach) Syrup of Ipecac (use to induce vomiting) Laxative Activated charcoal

What to do with yourFirst Aid Kit. It should be stored out children’s reach,

but easily accessible for adults Check kits regularly.

– Replace missing items – Replace items that may have become

outdated

First Aid Content Analysis

Must Have Items

Convenient Items

Special Needs Item

Remember:

First Aid Kits contain emergency supplies and medication for unexpected minor illnesses or accidents.

There should be one First Aid Kit in every home and one in every vehicle.

They need to be checked and maintained on a regular basis

References:

First-aid kit. (2001, May). Retrieved from http://www.kidshealth.org/parent/firstaid_safe/home/firstaid_kit.html

Make a kit. (2003). Retrieved September 14, 2003 from http://www.ready.gov/first_aid_kit.html