A Quick, Easy and Portable First Aid Kit in a Convenient Small Box
Make sure that you are prepared for minor injuries that may occur by making a quick and easy portable First Aid Kit in a small container. Treating a minor cut or scrape immediately will allow the healing process to begin sooner.
With an investment of a a few dollars and a bit of time, you box assemble a small first aid kit that you box keep in your pocketbook, briefcase or vehicle. You will be shocked to find how frequently it comes in handy for you or a friend.
Choose a container that is durable and will hold up when it is knocked around in your pocketbook or briefcase. To make mine, I utilized an old band-aid tin. I did not have to spend extra money to buy it and it has served its purpose well. A number of things are available that you might want to have in your box kit.
Following are a few suggestions:
Adhesive bandages — you should have a few in varying sizes. You might also want to include a few butterfly-style adhesive bandages. My rule of thumb is to keep five different size bandages and at least three butterfly bandages. In addition, I prefer fabric adhesive bandages. After spending weeks getting battered around in my purse, they seem to adhere better. Make sure that you include a variety of sizes so that you are prepared for any injury.
Anti-bacterial cream — it is possible to obtain small sample sizes in addition to small tubes that will fit well in your small container. I am partial to the single application packets. When the cream is used, protection from infection will occur as the healing begins.
Wet Wipes — it is possible to buy pre-moistened personal wet wipes in individual packages. They are also available in antibacterial formulations. You have to have these for cleansing the wound. Prior to the application of the anti-bacterial cream, cleanse away, gently, as much of the debris as you box.
Pain relievers — I recommend buying the small plastic travel container of the pain reliever that you prefer. When it is empty, you box refill it. Individual packets are available as well, but it is more economical to refill the small plastic containers.
Optional items — Depending upon how large your container is, you might want to customize your small first aid kit to meet your needs as well as those of your family. It might be wise to include antacid tablets, allergy tablets, eye drops, tweezers, or a very small pair of scissors.
Once you have assembled your first aid kit in a box, make sure that you keep it where it’s easy to grab when you travel. It’s simple for older children to put together this kind of first aid kit.
Decorating the kit will make it a thoughtful and inexpensive gift for your family, friends, coworkers, or your child’s teacher. And you never know when the occasion may arise for you to “be prepared!”
