A first aid kit is one of the most important items you can pack in a bug out bag. Making sure it has all of the essentials could easily save your life. Despite your best efforts, someone is bound to be injured when bugging out.
Having the right material and knowing how to handle the situation is key to helping yourself or others. The TripWorthy Compact First Aid Kit has all of the basics you would need for the outdoors.
Adhesive bandages are one item that is sure to be used. This kit comes with plenty of bandages in various sizes. It comes with one abdominal bandage, one elastic bandage, two triangular bandages, three fingertip bandages, four extra-large bandages, and 25 regular sized bandages.
There are 10 prep pads included that you can use to reduce the risk of infection from a dirty cut. There are also items included to help treat more advanced injuries, such as deeper cuts, stings, and gashes.
It has a CPR mask for use in the event of cardiac arrest. It is a good idea for you take a CPR course first so that you know how to actually perform the procedure.
There are four sting relief pads, which will be very useful when you’re in the outdoors. They alleviate the throbbing pain caused by wasp, ant, bee, and other insect stings.
They even include a sewing kit and gauze, which helps close large wounds and gashes and stop the bleeding.
For other emergencies, there’s an emergency blanket, which allows you to retain more heat, and can double as a signaling device because of its reflective surface.
There’s a disposable poncho that will keep you dry in the event of sudden rainfall. There’s even a glow stick that you can use to signal for help at night.
The moleskin blister relief pad inside can help prevent discomfort and infection caused by blisters – a common problem you’ll face if you’re doing a lot of walking or not changing your socks often enough.