How to prepare a
first-aid kit
Common minor injuries like sprains, cuts, bee stings
and burns can happen at any time whether you're
at home or on the go. Learn how to create your own
first-aid kit so that you're prepared to treat them
anytime, anywhere.
What you need
Bandages
5 in. x 9 in.
2 compress dressings
1 box adhesive bandages
2 roller bandages
1 roll adhesive
cloth tape
10 gauze pads,
assorted sizes
2 triangular bandages
Medicine
ANTISEPTIC
WIPES
ANTIBIOTIC
OINTMENT
5 antibiotic ointment packets
ASPIRIN
2 aspirin packets
5 antiseptic wipes
HYDROCORTISONE
OINTMENT
2 hydrocortisone ointment
packets
Equipment
Oral thermometer
Tweezers
CPR mask
FIRST AID
EMERGENCY MANUAL
First aid
instruction booklet
Scissors
Flashlight and batteries
INSTANT
COLD
COMPRESS
Instant cold
compress
Thermal blanket
2 pairs of non-latex
gloves
Source: American Red Cross
Don’t forget
Remember to include any personal items you might need,
such as prescription medications and devices like blood
sugar monitors. Check your kit regularly and replace
items that have been used or have expired.
Quick tip
911
When life- or limb-threatening injuries
occur — such as a head injury resulting in
loss of consciousness or lacerations with
uncontrolled bleeding — call 911 immediately.
From the expert
“A first-aid kit can provide you with
the items needed to respond to and
treat minor injuries.”
— Sharon L. Carlson, RN, Director of
Emergency Preparedness at Sharp HealthCare
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