First Aid

Something important for 72-hour emergency is a first-aid kit.

First of all remember this is just a small kit for your backpack. I do believe each person should have their own small kit with just the basics: band-aids, antibiotic ointment, tweezers, gauze and tape, some alcohol pads and maybe a triangular bandage (be sure everyone knows how to use them if you are going to give each person one!). Here is one suggestion that I really like; make a small kit for each child in your family (obviously not if you have very small children, but for future knowledge it is something to consider) with the above listed items or any items that you see fit. If you wish a basic small kit can be purchased already put together with just the minimum items.

One of the adults should have a more extensive kit which includes things like small scissors, safety pins, triangular bandages (if they are not included in individual kits), a more extensive assortment of band-aids including butterfly bandages for more serious cuts, Rubbing alcohol or alcohol pads, burn ointment, elastic bandage or wrap, calamine lotion, knife, soap, thermometer, fever reducing tablets (Tylenol) adult or child, Ibuprophen (for aches and pains), and matches. The contents of each kit will depend on the ages and number of family members. Your kit needs to be personalized to your needs - that includes personal medications.