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[[Image:Sac-de-rea-milouf-img 1004.jpg|thumb|First aid kit of the French Army]] | [[Image:Sac-de-rea-milouf-img 1004.jpg|thumb|First aid kit of the French Army]] | ||
A '''first aid kit''' is a collection of supplies and equipment for use in giving [[first aid]], particularly in a | A '''first aid kit''' is a collection of supplies and equipment for use in giving [[first aid]], particularly in a medical emergency. Most first aid kits contain bandages for controlling bleeding, personal protective equipment such as [[Medical gloves|gloves]] and a [[CPR mask|breathing barrier]] for performing rescue breathing and [[cardiopulmonary resuscitation|CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation)]], and sometimes instructions on how to perform [[first aid]]. | ||
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Paramedics, EMTs and other prehospital emergency providers such as [[combat lifesaver]]s usually carry a comprehensive first aid kit. Often called a "jump kit," this is a large duffel bag. Some of the supplies in a jump kit are beyond the skill of a typical first-aid provider, but common first-aid supplies are also carried. | Paramedics, EMTs and other prehospital emergency providers such as [[combat lifesaver]]s usually carry a comprehensive first aid kit. Often called a "jump kit," this is a large duffel bag. Some of the supplies in a jump kit are beyond the skill of a typical first-aid provider, but common first-aid supplies are also carried. | ||
Lifeguards must have quick access to a well-stocked first aid kit at their place of employment. In Canada, they are trained to the level of "Standard First Aid," and can deal with many first aid situations from a stubbed toe to a victim with C-spine injuries and absent vital signs. Obviously, a lifeguard is no replacement for a paramedic or doctor, but if you require care and a lifeguard is nearby, remember that they have training and a duty to act. Generally speaking, you may not use their first aid kit; they will have to provide care, and perhaps write a report per the regulations of the jurisdiction you are in. | |||
== Contents == | == Contents == | ||
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*Adhesive tape, [[hypoallergenic]] | *Adhesive tape, [[hypoallergenic]] | ||
*[[Trauma shears|Trauma Shears]], for cutting clothing and general use | *[[Trauma shears|Trauma Shears]], for cutting clothing and general use | ||
* | *Tweezers | ||
*Irrigation syringe, for cleaning wounds | *Irrigation syringe, for cleaning wounds | ||
*Rubber suction bulb, for clearing the airway of an unconscious patient | *Rubber suction bulb, for clearing the airway of an unconscious patient | ||
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*[[First aid]] | *[[First aid]] | ||
* | *Bug-out bag | ||
== External links == | == External links == | ||
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[[de:Apotheke]] | [[de:Apotheke]] | ||
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[[fr:Trousse de secours]] | [[fr:Trousse de secours]] | ||
[[it:Cassetta del pronto soccorso]] | [[it:Cassetta del pronto soccorso]] | ||
[[nl:EHBO-kist]] | [[nl:EHBO-kist]] | ||
[[pt:Kit de Primeiros Socorros]] | |||