Essentials in a first aid kit?
We all know first aid kits are good to have, but what really needs to be in them? You can get a $2 one with bandaids and some ointment up to ones costing several hundred dollars. From what I can tell on the cheaper end ones other than the bag itself, you might as well assemble your own.
The new fad is to have a 'trauma kit'. Exactly what is in
by Hobie 
, Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, Wednesday, August 22, 2012, 07:55 (4478 days ago) @ stonewalrus
one of these as opposed to the platoon medic's bag, I don't know. I imagine some level of training would be required as well. Other than that you have to be able to clear the airway, stop the bleeding and treat for shock before evacuating (when appropriate) the patient. Spinal injuries? That is an aw you-know-what moment...
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Sincerely,
Hobie
have you taken a first aid course? Red Cross teaches this
by Rob Leahy , Prescott, Arizona, Wednesday, August 22, 2012, 09:22 (4478 days ago) @ stonewalrus
do it.
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Combat Life Saver....
This is the bag the go fast boys are sporting these days...will cover most any injury that is "saveable" until the pros show up....http://olive-drab.com/od_medical_kits_postww2_cls_bag.php
More important than the gear is trauma first aid and the standard is the DoD "Combat Life Saver" course. It is taught through a number of organizations to civilians...the Red Cross gets close...will not cover GSWs....check with your local law if you are friendly with them....they may be able to get you into an "inner circle" real Combat Life Saver class...
There are a number of the gunslinger trainers who teach this stuff...get trained one way or the other...
Byron
Combat Life Saver.... thanks for reminding us of the correct
by Hobie , Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, Wednesday, August 22, 2012, 16:11 (4477 days ago) @ Byron
and current terminology.
Technology and knowledge are continuously improving. It helps to stay up to date. Unfortunately, in some circumstances one will not survive without follow-up professional care which may not be available quickly in the event of a catastrophic event requiring a bug out bag.
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Sincerely,
Hobie