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.

First aid box.
 

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.

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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.

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.

As an alternative to all the above....

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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

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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......

A working cb/cell phone and knowing where you are matters also.

Ive used these and put together a first aid kit for my emergency bag at home.

Really making a first aid kit is relatively easy. OP, also matters what you need it for. General purpose injuries when wrenching or full blown kit for long expeditions with no hospital in sight. Generally if its a lightweight kit, you don't need to go crazy with the amount you keep in it.

I've used the 151 piece First Responder for 3 yrs now and have added quite a bit to it to fit our personal needs. Nice kit for the money and compact for the XJ we have a larger one in the Motor Home but lots of room there to carry everything.

Cool glad you found them helpful.

The kit I'll be putting together will be stowed in my XJ. On the heels of the wickedest winter in recent memory (-31 was the lowest temp I recorded), how does one keep the liquid contents from freezing?

Tough call, park it in a garage, or take the kit inside when you're at home. Best I got. Remember different liquids will have different freezing points as well.

If you are referring to water, maybe instead of keeping water keep a way to thaw snow and or ice to get water? Just an idea, not sure if it will work tho as i have not had to deal with a freeze in a LONG time. Dealing with internal car temps close to 180 or more is more my issue. :icon_lol: