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PREPAREDNESS / BUYING GUIDE

Choose a First Aid Kit by Its Contents

A useful kit has supplies you can find, maintain, and use appropriately.

Read the Inventory

Compare the itemized contents rather than the headline piece count. Check dressing sizes, quantities, packaging, and the way the case separates supplies. A small organized kit may be easier to use than a bag of loose items.

Match Supplies to Training

Specialized bleeding-control and wound-management supplies require appropriate knowledge. A product title is not training or medical advice. Seek instruction from a qualified provider and follow the exact manufacturer directions.

Leave Room for Personal Needs

Household and travel needs vary. Think about the items your own plan calls for and whether the case has room for them. Store personal medications according to their instructions rather than assuming a hot vehicle is suitable.

Make Refills Easy

Keep an inventory so used or damaged items are replaced. Check expiration dates and packaging condition. Store the kit where it is easy to locate and tell other household members where it is kept.

Put the Plan Before the Purchase.

Choose one gap in your supplies, compare suitable options, and learn the equipment before you store it.

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COMPARE THE OPTIONS

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