what to do if you cut your finger while chopping vegetables?
First Aid Kit
What would you do if you cut your finger while chopping vegetables? How would you handle a stovetop burn, a spider bite, or a child’s scrape from a fall? Minor injuries happen every day, and most are easy to treat at home. But to handle them quickly and calmly, you need to know what to do and have the right supplies.
It is imperative that a well-stocked first aid kit is a must-have for treating minor injuries at home and on the go. You can buy a first aid kit or put one together on your own. Keep your supplies in a sturdy, clear plastic box so you can see what’s inside.
What should be the content of the first aid kit?
- Calamine lotion
- Pain relievers like acetaminophen and ibuprofen
- Cold packs
- Saline wound wash
- Elastic bandages
- Gauze rolls and pads
- Aloe vera gel
- Antibiotic ointment
- Bandages in different sizes
- Hand sanitizer (for your travel first aid kit)
- Hydrocortisone cream
- Adhesive tape
- Allergy medicine
- Latex-free gloves
- Alcohol wipes
- Scissors and tweezers
How often should first aid kit be check?
Items can run out if you use them often, and medicines can expire if you rarely need them, so go through everything in your kit, and replace any empty or out-of-date items at least once a year.
How and where to store first aid kit?
You don’t want to go searching for supplies when there’s a minor accident to attend to. Your kit should be easy to find. But it should be kept in a high, childproof cabinet, far away from kids’ prying fingers. Keep one full-sized kit in a central spot at home, such as your kitchen or bathroom. Then put a smaller kit in your car or purse for when you’re on the road.
How to prevent scars?
When your body heals after a cut, scrape, or burn, sometimes a scar can be left behind. Depending on the injury, some scars are small, and others are bigger and more noticeable.
To prevent scars, follow these tips:
- Wear helmets, kneepads, and other protective gear to avoid injury.
- Treat any cuts or other wounds right away.
- Keep the wound moist (try an antibiotic ointment or petroleum jelly) while it heals.
- Don’t pick at the scab.
- Consider covering your cut with silicone gel sheeting, a clear, sticky pad that can speed healing.
- If the scar isn’t fading, ask your doctor about creams or ointments to make it less obvious.
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