Lack of exercise, stressful life and other unhealthy habits are the most important causes of common diseases such as diabetes, blood pressure, obesity and heart diseases. Everyone should monitor their health daily or at least weekly. This work may not be possible for everyone despite their busy schedules. But medical science has advanced and you can have several medical devices at home to check your health status. This issue has increased the need to increase awareness about the necessary medical equipment at home and how to use them. Therefore, it is absolutely necessary to regularly monitor the four vital signs in the body system, i.e. body temperature, blood pressure, heart rate or pulse, and breathing rate. Constant monitoring of blood sugar levels and changes in body weight is equally important.
Furthermore, medical emergencies can arise at any time. This is a fact that we all know. Therefore, to deal with emergency situations, it is necessary to have some medical equipment at home to use them when necessary to assess the patient's initial condition. In this article, we will teach you the necessary medical equipment in every home and how to work with it.
First Aid Box
An organized first aid kit is one of the medical equipment that can help you save a life. It is recommended to participate in first aid training courses to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to provide first aid.
After using the items in the first aid box, replace the contents of the box as soon as possible. Check the first aid kit after each use or every 12 months if not used. Make sure the equipment is in good condition, not damaged, and not expired. Make sure the sterile items are still sealed and sterile.
What is the Box of First Aid?
First aid kits can be purchased from pharmacies or medical supply stores, or you can assemble one yourself. In this case, choose a container that is spacious and easy to carry. If you decide to make your own first aid kit, here are 20 essential items to make sure you include:
🔰 First Aid Manual
🔰 Sterile gauze dressings in Different
🔰Strip adhesive
🔰Band in different sizes
🔰Banding
🔰Disinfectant wipes
🔰Antibiotic ointment
🔰Disinfectant solution (such as hydrogen peroxide)
🔰 Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen
🔰 Tweezers
🔰 Scissors
🔰 Disposable instant cold packs
🔰 Alcohol wipes
🔰 Non-latex plastic gloves
🔰 Flashlight with extra battery< br> 🔰 Thermometer
🔰 Blanket
🔰 Oropharyngeal airway for use in CPR or cardiopulmonary resuscitation
🔰 Calamine lotion
🔰 Splint