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First Aid Kit Recommendations .....??

I'm looking to carry a well stocked first aid kit in the XJ. Any recomendations from those in the medical field?

In my opinion, You can build one for much about the same cost and have much more useful stuff. I modeled mine after what we had in the desert. Granted, hopefully while wheeling no looses a leg but its what I know how to use. Added some stuff for insect bites and the like and I am good to go!

Ive found that most first aid kits come with 100 of the things you don't need and 5 of what you do need. Just my opinion of course. There are probably some good ones out there.

^^^ what he said. I used a .30 cal ammo can, painted it red with a white cross on it and keep it in the back of the XJ. I put my own kit together with what I use most.

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Originally Posted by scottmphoto (Post 3049970)

^^^ what he said. I used a .30 cal ammo can, painted it red with a white cross on it and keep it in the back of the XJ. I put my own kit together with what I use most.

I really like your idea, going to have to make a trip to Army surplus in the near future.

Keep a tube of super glue in there also,For bad cuts that need stitches it can seal it tell you get to a hospital.

IFAK will cover all your needs and it's very compact

My advice for a first aid kit is don't just buy a pre-made kit, just spend money on what you'll actually use. Some people won't know how to use half the things in a pre-made first aid kit and the other thing to keep in mind is that there is a shelf life for everything in the kit as well. That's not to say you shouldn't go buying them, but I think it's important to remember.

http://www.first-aid-product.com/ind...ug#URG_999208B

Or you could buy a premade kit, and add to it as you see fit...the site above has many, many options for kits, check 'em out, I posted the page of first responder bags, they have many other types of kits as well...

So far all the advice is very sound, and hats off to the OP for wanting to carry a first aid kit! One thing I would add is make sure you know how to use everything in that kit. I have seen too many people spend way to much money on high end items and not have the knowledge to use them. Most times using those items without the proper knowledge not only are useless but could make things worse.

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Originally Posted by Pelagius (Post 3050224)

I'm a certified nurse and ex combat medic, this advice is spot on. You can have every medical supply in the world but with no knowledge of how to use them it's pointless to have them.

Now what to carry: (based on my experience)

Tourniquet x2
Crevat. X4
Combat gauze x2
Kerlex. X5
NPA
Basic heat/cold weather injury supplies. Electrolytes; blanket, cold and hot packs
Medical tape
Ace wraps 6,4,2 inch x2
Watch: to check pulse rate
Stethoscope: not necessary needed but dual purpose for jeep and humans
Sugar: helps with coagulating blood
Iodine and alcohol wipes
IVs if you can get them/know how to use them
Ibuprofen
Tylenol
Water purifying tablets
Gloves(black talon) 6 pairs
Local numbers for the FWA in the area along with their emergency frequency

When it comes to drugs make sure they aren't expired. Most medical supplies do have a exp date but they lose sterility after that date, they can still be used for not invasive wounds.

I carry this
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It's an old usmc pack it has my first aid kit including anything up to minor surgery. Fire starters matchs letterman tool hatchet knifes some if bars hand warmers space blankets duct tape and other tapes room for extra clothes ammo and handguns if need be it's not only my truck pack but a big out bag or a weekend go bag

Google "Nutnfancy first aid kit"He has some very detailed youtube videos.

Walgreens sells small red bags that are meant for making your own first aid kit. If you buy 3 "first aid" items, you get the bag free. They aren't huge, but considering all the JUNK that is in premade first aid kits, and the fact that you'll probably want at least 6 things in there....just get two of the bags. 6"x9x3

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.che...ecc83301ca.jpg

Thanks for all the input! The Nutnfancy videos are awesome. I've learned a lot and will make one using a M-3 medic bag......