Saturday, March 8, 2014

The Variation Between First Aid Kits And Trauma Kits

By Eric Holm


First aid kits, by definition, are a collection of emergency supplies that can be used in the event of an emergency. The contents vary depending on its intended usage. Trauma kits are advanced first aid supplies used by experienced emergency first responders. A well stocked trauma kit will contain emergency support equipment and emergency supplies that are used for managing and containing injuries such as bleeding and will include barriers for performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and some medicines.

All kits are assembled in different types of containers depending on whether they are commercially produced or assembled by an individual. The advanced first aid kits often come in durable plastic boxes, thick fabric pouches or even in wall mounted cabinets. Both natural and man made disaster leave physical injury and emotional distress. Some accidents often make us feel guilty when we realize that the disaster could not have been as destructive if the emergency supplies would have been available. This is why first aid kits and trauma kits with complete emergency supplies should be made accessible.

First aid kits offer primary care to control some illnesses and minor injuries where more advanced medical treatment isn't always required. Trauma kits or first responder bags are much a more advanced medical kits. Choosing which kit to purchase or assemble can seem to be very complicated. How a kit is built depends entirely on how the kit will be required to be used and the purpose of the use.

Now we must consider the different types of kits. Different kits suit different circumstances better than others. While traditional kits are the most easy to purchase they may not be the best in some conditions however they can form a base for more advanced kits. Unitized first aid kits are kits designed to be used in wet and messy environments so are best used in places such as certain work sites, seaside locations, on boats, on some public transport and at swimming pools. Small wall mounted kits in small bags with a perforated top are known as dispensing kits. Despite their size these can hold significantly more than traditional ones due to the way they are tightly packed. Although medical experts can make use of the kits they were designed for everyone to use. First responder kits are slightly more advanced and will contain everything that someone with an elementary medical training can make use of when carried to someone who is in need of immediate care. Specialized kits are designed to for the use of specific purposes and environments and are typically customized. Some training is required to effectively make use of a first aid kit so usually a leaflet or small book is included with instructions on how to use the contents.

It is easy to purchase first aid supplies or a trauma kit on the web as many companies specialized in all types of emergency kits. It is wise to have suitable kits accessible while you are at work, at home and on the move in your transport or bag.




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