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McKesson
McKesson Island Dressing 3 X 4'' Sterile
McKesson adhesive dressing limit wound pads from sticking to wounds and disrupting healing tissue. They are packaged sterile in a perforated box for easy dispensing. Works well on many wounds including scrapes, cuts, blisters, burns, and bed sores.Highly...
As low as $18.51 -
McKesson
McKesson Alginate Dressing 2 X 2'' Sterile
These calcium alginates can be used as primary dressing that can be cut to fit wounds with moderate to heavy exudate. They absorb wound fluid while maintaining a moist wound environment. The alginate, derived from seaweed, turns to a moist gel mass...
As low as $23.99 -
Thermoflect
Thermoflect Hypothermia Transport Blanket Silver 10 Ct
Package Count: 10. Transport Cocoon envelopes patient to retain body heat and features Velcro® closures for proper fit and quick access for treatment. Material maintains the patient's temperature by reflecting the patient’s radiant body heat and...
$42.10 -
Dermarite
StingFree Alcohol-Free Liquid Skin Prep & Shield Skin Barrier Applicator
StingFree foam tipped wand applicators provide a more precise application and worry free hand contamination No sting, alcohol free protection Forms a quick-drying transparent protective film between skin and contaminants Aids in the prevention of skin...
As low as $29.99 -
DermaKlenz Plus
DermaKlenz Plus Wound Cleanser Spray 8 oz.
DermaRite's DermaKlenz™ PLUS is a gentle, antimicrobial spray cleanser that helps with wound irrigation and physical removal of debris, foreign material, and bioburden which helps create and promote the optimal healing environment for minor skin...
$19.49 -
Dynarex
Dynarex Impregnated Swabstick
Dynarex povidone iodine swabsticks are ideal for removing dead skin, oil and dirt from skin to ensure skin preparation. Each swab is saturated with 10% povidone-iodine solution. Swabsticks effectively remove oil, dirt and skin from wound site.Dynarex...
$95.88 -
DuoDERM
DuoDERM Extra Thin Hydrocolloid Wound Dressing - Sterile Bandage
DuoDerm Extra Thin dressing is a hydrocolloid dressing indicated for the management of lightly exuding wounds. It combines a ConvaTec hydrocolloid formulation that distinguishes it from other hydrocolloid dressings and a vapor-permeable outer film to...
$45.45 -
McKesson
McKesson 70% Isopropyl Alcohol Antiseptic
McKesson isopropyl rubbing alcohol can be used on minor cuts, scrapes and burns. Containing 70% alcohol, it effectively eliminates dirt, protecting injuries during the healing period. It is a cooling and refreshing compound. The rubbing alcohol is ideal...
As low as $13.49 -
Dermarite
HydraFoam Adhesive Foam Dressing No Border Sterile, 10 per Box
HydraFoam is a highly absorbent hydrophilic dressing. Hydrophilic foam's wicking ability decreases maceration issues. It maintains a moist wound environment, conforms easily to awkward-to-dress areas, and protects and cushions the wound. Use HydraFoam as...
As low as $14.84 -
McKesson
McKesson Adhesive Orthopedic Padding Roll 6 X 72 Inch Poly Foam White
Keep skin clean and comfortable as it heals from fractures and sprains with orthopedic poly foam roll adhesive from McKesson. It provides a layer of protection between a cast or splint. This soft adhesive poly foam roll is easy to apply. Cut off as much...
$19.54 -
CareStock
CareStock Gauze Sponge, 3 x 3 in. 4-Ply - Highly Absorbent, Cotton Wound Dressing - Non-Sterile
Carestock nonsterile gauze sponges will help you take proper care of a wound. They're constructed of nonwoven so they feel soft and comfortable against your skin. These Carestock gauze sponges are ideal for dressing and packing wounds. They have a...
As low as $7.35 -
McKesson
McKesson Tubular Stockinette Sterile Cotton Beige
Stockinette is used under plaster casts and orthopedic appliances for skin protection.Knitted from high-grade yarn and inspected to guarantee consistent knit construction, cleanliness, and proper roll dimensions Provides pressure to hold dressing in...
$9.80
First Aid & Wound Care
First Aid and Wound Care
Whether you're dealing with a minor burn or a skinned knee, it is essential to know how to address the injury and have the appropriate first aid and wound care supplies readily available.
First Aid and Wound Care
First aid requires good hygiene; always clean hands before touching a wound and sterilize tools to clean the wound. Minor injuries will stop bleeding on their own but need to be cleansed with water to prevent infection. More extensive wounds may require firm pressure to stop the bleeding and tools such as gauze or first aid scissors for removing debris.
Wound care is the next step after cleaning and slowing the blood flow. The individual treating the wound can apply a thin layer of antibiotic ointment or burn cream to prevent infection and ensure a moist environment ideal for wound healing. Next, cover the area with a bandage, gauze pad with tape, or rolled gauze to protect the wound. The type of cover will depend on the size of the wound, with smaller bandages used for minor wounds and gauze used for more significant injuries.
Get medical care if you cannot stop blood flow or if the wound or burn is extensive.
First Aid Supplies
The person treating the injury should wear gloves to help avoid the transfer of bacteria to the skin. If multiple people need first aid, change gloves or wash hands between each patient. You can use alcohol pads to sanitize the wound and materials in contact with the wound to prevent infection. Some first aid kits contain a small bottle of antiseptic instead of alcohol pads. You can use tweezers to help remove debris and splinters- sanitize the tweezers before using them.
Splints are also a first aid stable and great for immobilizing an injury. Most first aid kits contain small splints meant for fingers but also have bandages to immobilize or stabilize injured arms and legs.
Most first aid kits have instant hot, and cold packs; cold can be great for numbing pain and reducing inflammation, which is why many first aid kits will have at least one instant cold pack. Meanwhile, some injuries, such as muscle injuries, require warmth from an instant heat pack.
If you have CPR training, you want a breathing barrier or a resuscitation mask. The breathing barrier protects during CPR and helps avoid the transfer of germs from mouth to mouth. If you feel uncomfortable using a breathing barrier, you can get a resuscitation mask instead.
Checking the temperature can be an important part of first aid. If you suspect a fever or hypothermia, a thermometer is useful for checking the temperature. You should have at least one non-Mercury thermometer at home. If you have young children, a non-glass thermometer is safer compared to a glass thermometer.
Consider adding an emergency blanket to your kit if you like camping or travel often. They are very reflective and will keep you warm while signaling for help.
Wound Care Supplies
Wound care supplies should include medications, wound dressings, bandages, gauze, and adhesive tape. It is also good to have scissors and pins handy. Medications such as antibacterial ointment protect cuts and scrapes from infection, and you should apply these before bandaging the wound. While antiseptic solutions are part of first aid, you should also have them among your wound care supplies to sanitize wounds before and in between dressing applications.
There are multiple types of wound dressings in several sizes to allow you to address a few basic types of wounds and cuts. These can include band-aids of various sizes and shapes, sterile gauze dressing or gauze pads, cellulose dressing, impregnated dressing.
You can use bandages on the wound directly or apply them to keep a dressing in place. You can also use some types of bandages to stabilize an injured limb. Manufacturers list the bandage use on the box or in their online description.
Adhesive tape is important for holding bandages and dressings in place. It would help if you used adhesive tape any time you use a non-adhesive bandage or dressing or feel you need something extra to ensure that an adhesive bandage or dressing stays in place.
Whether you're dealing with a minor burn or a skinned knee, it is essential to know how to address the injury and have the appropriate first aid and wound care supplies readily available.
First Aid and Wound Care
First aid requires good hygiene; always clean hands before touching a wound and sterilize tools to clean the wound. Minor injuries will stop bleeding on their own but need to be cleansed with water to prevent infection. More extensive wounds may require firm pressure to stop the bleeding and tools such as gauze or first aid scissors for removing debris.
Wound care is the next step after cleaning and slowing the blood flow. The individual treating the wound can apply a thin layer of antibiotic ointment or burn cream to prevent infection and ensure a moist environment ideal for wound healing. Next, cover the area with a bandage, gauze pad with tape, or rolled gauze to protect the wound. The type of cover will depend on the size of the wound, with smaller bandages used for minor wounds and gauze used for more significant injuries.
Get medical care if you cannot stop blood flow or if the wound or burn is extensive.
First Aid Supplies
The person treating the injury should wear gloves to help avoid the transfer of bacteria to the skin. If multiple people need first aid, change gloves or wash hands between each patient. You can use alcohol pads to sanitize the wound and materials in contact with the wound to prevent infection. Some first aid kits contain a small bottle of antiseptic instead of alcohol pads. You can use tweezers to help remove debris and splinters- sanitize the tweezers before using them.
Splints are also a first aid stable and great for immobilizing an injury. Most first aid kits contain small splints meant for fingers but also have bandages to immobilize or stabilize injured arms and legs.
Most first aid kits have instant hot, and cold packs; cold can be great for numbing pain and reducing inflammation, which is why many first aid kits will have at least one instant cold pack. Meanwhile, some injuries, such as muscle injuries, require warmth from an instant heat pack.
If you have CPR training, you want a breathing barrier or a resuscitation mask. The breathing barrier protects during CPR and helps avoid the transfer of germs from mouth to mouth. If you feel uncomfortable using a breathing barrier, you can get a resuscitation mask instead.
Checking the temperature can be an important part of first aid. If you suspect a fever or hypothermia, a thermometer is useful for checking the temperature. You should have at least one non-Mercury thermometer at home. If you have young children, a non-glass thermometer is safer compared to a glass thermometer.
Consider adding an emergency blanket to your kit if you like camping or travel often. They are very reflective and will keep you warm while signaling for help.
Wound Care Supplies
Wound care supplies should include medications, wound dressings, bandages, gauze, and adhesive tape. It is also good to have scissors and pins handy. Medications such as antibacterial ointment protect cuts and scrapes from infection, and you should apply these before bandaging the wound. While antiseptic solutions are part of first aid, you should also have them among your wound care supplies to sanitize wounds before and in between dressing applications.
There are multiple types of wound dressings in several sizes to allow you to address a few basic types of wounds and cuts. These can include band-aids of various sizes and shapes, sterile gauze dressing or gauze pads, cellulose dressing, impregnated dressing.
You can use bandages on the wound directly or apply them to keep a dressing in place. You can also use some types of bandages to stabilize an injured limb. Manufacturers list the bandage use on the box or in their online description.
Adhesive tape is important for holding bandages and dressings in place. It would help if you used adhesive tape any time you use a non-adhesive bandage or dressing or feel you need something extra to ensure that an adhesive bandage or dressing stays in place.