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McKesson
McKesson Reusable Gel Hot Cold Pack 3 Each
Package Count: 3. Treat pain resulting from pulled muscles, stiff joints, cramps or inflammation efficiently with this McKesson cold and hot pack. The 6¾ x 10½ inch gel pack is microwaveable to provide heat therapy, which improves circulation to soothe...
$12.99 -
Dermarite
ComfortFoam Foam Dressing No Border Sterile
ComfortFoam is a self-adherent silicone foam dressing consisting of a soft silicone contact layer, a flexible, absorbent polyurethane foam pad and a vapor-permeable, moisture-proof outer film.ComfortFoam is a self-adherent silicone foam dressing...
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StayStrips
StayStrips Flexible Skin Closure Strip Sterile
StayStrips Wound Closure Strips are flexible, porous strips with a reliable, hypoallergenic adhesive that allows skin to breathe while providing general wound support Conforms to wound edges Moisture and air permeable Helps reduce scar formation
As low as $27.74 -
McKesson
McKesson Disposable 6 x 9" Instant Cold Pack 12 Each
Package Count: 12. Deliver fast, immediate relief with the McKesson General-Purpose 6 x 9-inch Instant Cold Compress. It's easy to apply and offers effective emergency treatment at home, in the workplace or on the go. The McKesson instant cold compress...
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Beurer BR 10
Beurer BR 10 Sting and Bite Relief Canister Topical Heat Plate , Ct
Beurer BR 10 Insect bite healer for treating insect bites and stings Fast-heating, ceramic hot plate Extra-small design with carabiner hook Battery-operated and uses 2 x 1.5 V AAA batteries Precisely placed heat can help combat itching, inflammation and...
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Graham Professional
Graham Professional Tourniquet Strap White
Graham Medical tourniquets help to prevent blood flow after an injury and can also be used for drawing blood. This trouniquet protects from the dangers of latex allergies. Made strong and tear resistant, with superior elasticity the Graham Medical...
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McKesson
McKesson Disposable Instant Cold Pack
Try out the McKesson disposable compress instant cold packs to help with immediate cold therapy. These instant cold packs offer temporary relief for minor pains and swellings caused by either a sprain, minor burns, strains and contusions. Disposable cold...
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BSN Jobst
Specialist 100 Undercast Cast Padding 2 Inch X 4 Yard Cotton White
Specialist® 100 has the product features cotton users desire The soft, 100 percent cotton material feathers and self-bonds to create a smooth undercast surface Hand tearable and applies easily Excellent cohesion allows for custom padding around bony...
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Ten20
Ten20 White Electrode Adhesive
Package Count: 3. Ten20 is a conductive and adhesive paste specifically formulated for use with non disposable neurodiagnostic electrodes Ten20 Conductive Paste will hold the electrodes in place so there is no need to disrupt a test to reattach the...
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Thermasonic
Thermasonic Gel Warmer 5.9 X 4.9 X 8.5 Inch
Gel warmer brings ultrasound gel to desired temperature (up to 104° F) and keeps gel at that temperature. Ultrasound gel no longer need be chilly to skin of those undergoing ultrasonography or sonography. This gel warmer holds an 8½ ounce bottle of...
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Sam
Sam Arm Splint Orange One Size Fits Most
Can be rolled or folded for easy storage in emergency kits/backpacks Closed-pore, impermeable foam surface allows easy cleaning and disinfection Compact and light weight
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Nuprep
Nuprep White Electrode Adhesive
Nuprep Skin Prep Gel Nuprep is a mild abrasive gel that strips away dry surface skin and moistens the corneum skin layer. This lowers the skin impedance with minimal skin irritation and discomfort. Nuprep virtually eliminates the undesirable effects of...
As low as $27.27
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.