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Although sometimes it is hard to predicate or prevent some home accidents such as burns, chokings or others, it is so important to deal and treat these injuries the correct way. Different injuries require different first aid. Here we learn how to deal with simple injuries at home. For example, dealing with a bloody nose by tilting your head back is absolutely wrong because you could swallow blood or some of it could enter your lungs. Also, in a case of poisoning, we do not have to give ipecac syrup or try to induce vomiting.
For more serious injuries it is best to go to the nearest ER. To learn more click the link below!
First Aid Tips: How to Treat Burns, Cuts, and Bites
What should be in my first aid kit?
- Adhesive tape
- Alcohol wipes
- Allergy medicine
- Aloe vera gel
- Antibiotic ointment
- Bandages in different sizes
- Calamine lotion
- Cold packs
- Elastic bandages
- Gauze rolls and pads
- Hand sanitizer (for your travel first aid kit)
- Hydrocortisone cream
- Latex-free gloves
- Pain relievers like acetaminophen and ibuprofen
- Saline wound wash
