Thread: Must haves in the Medical Kit

Not a comprehensive list, but some of the vitals...


I keep some in my pack and the majority in the car or house.

Crepe Bandages - about 5 in varying widths. Good for twisted ankles, cuts, keeping dressings in place, and a host of other things. A couple of self adhesive bandages too.
Saline. At least 4 ampuoles.
An eye cup and patch.
Electricians tape.
Gauze. Lots of it.
Small LED torch - useful for looking at pupiliary dilation - a symptom of concussion, among other things.
Scalpel and blades... Useful for heaps of stuff...
Hand steriliser and nitrite disposable gloves
Betadine
CPR faceshield
3 emergency blankets
Roll of adhesive plaster /box of fabric strips
A few butterfly sutures.
Scissors
Roll of strapping plaster (non-stretch)
Pack of tissues (doubles as toilet paper)
Medicine includes paracetamol, ibuprofen, aspirin and Imodium.