FIRST AID KIT MADE EASY with things You Already Have
In The Kitchen
OATMEAL Amazing for your skin! Relieves rashes, simple sun burn and eczema
HONEY “Honey, did I tell you I Love You!”
TEA BAGS They spell relief or make tea
CLING FILM / PLASTIC WRAP Use to cover burns and infections
HOBBY ROOM / GARAGE
ELMERS GLUE Works on splinters too!
SUPER GLUE Got cut? Glue it!
DUCT TAPE Securing bandages, making splints, braces and… …even baby immobilizers
RULER Makes a great splint
BATHROOM
PADS & TAMPONS can stop a bloody nose and aid in absorbing blood
TOILET PAPER From bandages to making a wick for a candle. (Also works in the bathroom so store extra for emergencies)
DENTAL FLOSS Dental Hygiene is very important, but did you know you can suture a wound
TOWELS 1. Stitch together to make a blanket 2. Shove under doors to stop drafts 3. Ripped into strip for splint ties, tourniquets, and bandages
YARD
GARDEN HOSE Cover sharp or wiry items for your protection
LUMBER Can used to make a splint to immobilize limbs
GARBAGE BAG 1. Water proof a bandage 2. Carry water 3. Temp Storage 4. Etc.
CLEANING SUPPLIES
NON-SUDSING AMMONIA Mix 50/50 with water to relieve and treat insect bites
LIQUID DISH SOAP Mixed with water in a sealed bag - can be used as a ice pack
BLEACH Use to disinfecting surfaces and decontaminating the water when Wayne is not around to test yours
HAND SANITIZER Very flammable, so by adding it to lint from your clothes or cotton balls, can be used to start a fire
CLOTHING
SOCKS Strain Water Gloves Bandage Weapon (if filled with rock) Soft pillow (when stuffed)
PANTY HOSE / NYLONS Can be used as a rope and to filter debris from water
ON YOUR PERSON
CREDIT / ID CARD If you are stung by a bee you can use it to scrape out the stinger
COMPACT MIRROR Reflect sun to signal rescuers. Also can help start a fire
EVERYDAY ITEMS These are just a few examples of common items that can be used for survival. Can you think of more?
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