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I have benadryl, but not an epipen - can i buy that off the shelf?
a comb
to pull cactus parts from kids who ran into them
I wouldn't call Michael a kid.
I wouldn't call Michael a kid.
I carry super glue as well, i like the idea of quik-clot and flares/smoke. Ill add that to the list.I have found that those single-use small tubes of superglue that come in 6-pack plastic containers are perfect for trail use and general med. They will seal any cut small enough that you won't need stitches and even some which may. If you seek professional medical attention later, they're familiar with the stuff and can dissolve it and do regular stitches. Also, recommend some Quik-Clot bandages which can be used for larger wounds in the event that you need to pack it and get the person out.
Most who've been out with me have likely seen the emergency kit I carry which covers a lot more than what most are willing to drag around, but I've never wished I brought something! Also, an unconventional addition to any medical kit might include road - or better yet, maritime ariel flares - maritime smoke canisters, and a strobe light for signaling for rescue. If you're with someone who needs air-evac, it's far easier to get spotted if you pop a rocket flare when they're a few miles out so they know exactly where you are. These might also come in handy if you're ever stranded and an ariel search is being conducted.
If I only had 2-3 things to carry out in the field to cover 99.9% of injuries when camping they would be plenty of super-glue packs, some Quik-Clot, and a bunch of rocket flares. All of this fits in your center console if you don't like dragging around a big medical pack.
What i would be worried amount the most is twisting my ankle or breaking it. My coworker just told me about a place where i can get bendable metal splints.I'd be interested in what people have actually to use. As a Scout leader, I try to "be prepared", but can't drag a suitcase everywhere. Highest use items for me tend to the mundane finger tip bands aids, butterfly bandaids, gauze pads, tape of all kinds, elastic bandages, etc. (Obviously geared more for hiking/camping). What type of injuries are common on wheeling trips? Thankfully, I haven't encountered any yet.