The following items make up a general first aid
kit.
Watertight Container: To keep everything dry
Bandages - Band-Aids: Plenty of them, different sizes,
for cuts and scrapes
Betadine - Hydrogen Peroxide: To cleanse wounds
Antiseptic Ointment: To soothe and help healing
Burn Ointment: To soothe and help heal minor
burns
Adhesive Tape: Wet Band-Aids may need this
Sterile Gauze Bandages: For larger wounds
Ace Bandage: For stopping bleeding and helping
mild sprains
Pain Reliever - Aspirin, Tylenol: For relief
of minor pain, headaches
Seasickness Remedy: For prevention or remedy
of seasickness
Sharp Scissors: For cutting bandages etc.
Sunburn Lotion: At least SPF 8
Meat Tenderizer: For jellyfish stings
Eye Wash: Saline solution for rinsing eyes
Tweezers: For minor splinters
Bug Spray - Bite Medication: For bee stings
and other pesky insects
The following items should be added for overnight
or extended cruises.
Extra Of All The Above Plus:
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Stronger Pain Medication
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Alcohol Swabs
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Thermometer
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Allergy Medication
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Cold Medication
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Sunburn Relief Cream
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Antacids
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Diarrhea Medication
You may detirmine that extra items not listed might
be needed by your own experiences or individuals needs. It is always
a good idea to have plenty of water on board, not only for drinking but
for rinsing wounds. Gatorade is an exceptional thirst quencher and
helps the body gain vital nutrients when exposed to the sun. Another
necessity of course would be a VHF ship to shore radio and/or a cell
phone to be used in case of emergencies. Always make sure you know
the hailing and distress channels on the VHF and the phone numbers for
the local Coast Guard and/or towing company handy, you can never find them
quick enough in an emergency. When on the water and an injury occurs
and your not sure what to do, return to port or go to a nearby port for
medical attention. Remember, It's always better to be safe than sorry. |
