Building Your First Aid Kit

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@Screamingtut 8 жыл бұрын

the tincture of Benzoin is used as an adhesive helper it causes a bond between the adhesive and the skin.its main use is with those Steri-strips. you apply the Benzoin to the skin wait for it to dry then apply the Steri-Strips its used a lot in surgery to close up small wounds. I've used this stuff for years when I was a Advance EMT-IV with NYC-EMS before the NYFD took it over.

@rickgilliland8995 8 жыл бұрын

My main use of Tincture of Benzoin is with the use of Gaffer tape/Duct Tape on hot spots on my feet. Never cared for mole skin, and the duct tape is super thin. The benzoin first applied to the skin and allowed to get tacky, the apply the duct tape. It will not move on the skin all day long and when you take it off, there is noe residue left behind. Sweet.

@MrThunderbumper 8 жыл бұрын

Great video...my only advice would be to add non-adherent gauze pads to match the various soaker pads as the soaker pads will be "glued" to the wound when the blood dries into the gauze...you'll cry like a little baby when they have to pull it off once you get to the ER!!! Just put the non-adherent pad between the wound and soaker pad and you are golden... The pouch is a fantastic idea IMHO!!!

@jokulsnow9903 8 жыл бұрын

The absolute best first aid hiking kit I have ever seen on KZfaq. I am going to build my kit exactly as you have yours, except I'll carry a few more pairs of gloves. Gloves can be used for more then just covering your hands.

@horsetowater 4 жыл бұрын

This is a great video. Not only do you stress the contents but also describe testing their fit for your situation and most importantly the need to be competent in their use (e.g torniquet). I know this is an older video but these principles are timeless.

@bw162 7 жыл бұрын

Small mirror. If you have ever gotten a facial cut or injury and no one to help you, it is invaluable.

@lucascurrah6010 6 жыл бұрын

George W you can also use it to see if somebody is breathing by using the condensation in their breath

@undead_games_ 4 жыл бұрын

@@lucascurrah6010 ...or just use a stethoscope ...

@tacmed1995 8 жыл бұрын

My suggestion for your IFAK would be to change the fragile vinyl gloves for NAR Bearclaws. They are super strong, and you can stretch them over your clothings. In my country I only get them in packs of 25 pairs, but then you have spares, or you can donate some to friends. I also can recommend the H&H compressed bandage. A lot of gauze in a small format.

@MM-iy9xu 8 жыл бұрын

A couple of glow sticks.Accidents don't always happen when we're expecting them.Great job!

@Mr2Reviews 6 жыл бұрын

Wow, 99k subscribers. Soo close to the 100k mark and the KZfaq silver play button. Congrats in advance. I'm sure you'll hit it in no time in 2018.

@VishaalKapoor 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Ordered the Vanquest and took down a shopping list :)

@reziztor 8 жыл бұрын

The quality of your reviews is far superior to others on YT. I've watched for a long time and just thought I would let you know I appreciate your videos a lot.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

Thank means a lot! Thanks!

@Hudson4426 8 жыл бұрын

Great vid... I would add pepcid (just the regular package dose) to accompany the benadryl. One is an h1 and the other an h2 blocker and for someone having an allergic reaction it'll really help. Additionally, remember the mantra "the solution to pollution is delusion". Iodine is great but flush is large amounts of clean water first

@robertwallace4298 7 жыл бұрын

I have added a mirror to my kit to help address wounds on my face or in areas that are hard to see. Plus it doubles as a signaling device if I want to be found.

@SurvivalZoneAfricaZA 8 жыл бұрын

I like the additions to your medical kit

@LuisDiaz-lk9pf 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid. You reminded me to add supplies and check my expiration dates on my first aid kit and my trauma bag. Thanks man.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

That is always important

@loganfrederick4242 8 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say how much I love your videos/channel!

@willwhitman7534 7 жыл бұрын

Great video! One of the better packs that I've seen for the size, very practical for most civilians and casual outdoorsman. Anything more complete would definitely need a larger pack. Keep'em commin'

@RandyLunn 8 жыл бұрын

This is the best and most concise first aid kit video I have seen.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

glad to hear that, thanks for watching.

@stevemcelweejr384 8 жыл бұрын

This is a great kit! Thanks so much for sharing!

@richardsalsman1069 4 жыл бұрын

Great practical med kit. Picked up some great tips to improve my own kit.

@timonsa 8 жыл бұрын

man, great vid. you're getting better and better with these, keep up the good work!

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

+‫תמיר אסטרכן‬‎ Working really hard to shorten the videos, bring the same level of info, and kick up the entertainment! Thanks for the support!

@alfascorpi 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Nice kit! I would recommend a tic-tweezer, specific for tic-removal. And maybe a syringe? Anti-diarrhea pills are also a must in emergency situ: Immodium or norrit?

@Catastrofius 8 жыл бұрын

This is really well thought out. I will adopt all of this.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

Super glad to hear it!

@jmh033089 8 жыл бұрын

missing a Isreal bandage

@joeperez-marchese1213 6 жыл бұрын

Great review. I like your paracord/550 cord idea for an additional place to grab the pack and pull it open.

@iraklitos20022003 8 жыл бұрын

Really well organised bag and very good FIK! I might add a small mirror, a pair of gloves and an emergency "blanket"! Thanks for the video presentation! :)

@dougbrown7150 8 жыл бұрын

thanks for the ideas, had never heard of that splint material but I plan on upgrading to it

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

Glad to help my friend

@davethomson1950 6 жыл бұрын

Nice. I just used your tip in Boyscouts. Thanks!

@mikehawton805 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing mate, great update 👍

@EverythingThereIs 8 жыл бұрын

The vanquest FAT Pack really is the best first aid pouch out there. Thanks for the tip about cutting the longer SAM splint into two smaller splints to save money.

@Prepared_Suburbanite 8 жыл бұрын

Great bag for this purpose. Contents are well thought out. Thumbs up!

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

+Prepared Suburbanite Thanks!

@ProfessionalPrepper 8 жыл бұрын

I'm using a Maxpedition First Aid pouch, After seeing the Vanquest I think I'm going to switch. I used to carry a SAM but it's always been bulky and I pulled it. Didn't think about cutting a 36" in half and folding it. Thanks for the suggestions in your video!

@Frost0656 6 жыл бұрын

This is fantastic, exactly what i was looking for

@TheBbgunfire 7 жыл бұрын

Never thought of crushing an ace bandage, thank you!

@Bear230874 8 жыл бұрын

Great kit, well presented you have given me some great tips for mt kit, thank you

@DrBranden 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this kit! Where did you find those little velcro strips? I searched around a bit and find lots of things that are NOT that. :)

@gordonsenzer6986 8 жыл бұрын

That's a nice kit you've put together. Nice organization and I'll def be updating my kit based on your video. I do carry somethings I didn't see in your kit that might be of interest. 1) Aspirin - you might not travel with folks old enough for this to be an issue but, aspirin tabs can be a life save if someone's having a heart attack. Be careful with possible stroke victims. 2) CPR mask - not the barrier but, a mask. 3) Quick Clot Sponges instead of powder - some say the powder can cause embolisms if it gets in the blood stream. I haven't seen powder in a while - just sponges, which are probably better in puncture situations. 4) I like the eye wash and, I'll be adding that... I see you were using a generic Visine equivalent which is not exactly a wash but, probably works when you need it. Maybe its better than saline? Nice job on the video!

@gigiscrafts1259 8 жыл бұрын

Very helpful! This was a very useful class in building a first aid kit. Thank you.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

+Gina Tobar Glad you enjoyed it and it helped!

@DenofGoods 8 жыл бұрын

This really is interesting as well as something that I will attempt

@dannym7783 7 жыл бұрын

I did not read through all the comments and someone may have already suggested this but you could add 5x9 vaseline gauze pads which can be used as an occlusive dressing for a puncture wound or chest seal. One of the corners of the seal can be lifted to create a vent. They cost about a third of what you pay for name brand chest seals.

@robertalonzo5725 7 жыл бұрын

Celox or the newer quick clot do not burn. I like the way you presented the kit. Gave me some good ideas.

@l84cabo 7 жыл бұрын

I commend you for having the smarts to pull together a good first aid kit. Just a couple comments and some suggestions for adds....That isn't an ACE bandage it's a cohesive bandage. They're sorta similar but an ACE is more robust as it's made out of fabric. And I'm not saying you should get an actual ACE. I think what you've got is the right choice for that kit (and if I'm wrong on this, my apologies. But it didn't look like an ACE from the video). Tincture of Bezoin can be used on minor cuts as a styptic or antiseptic but it's often used when securing larger wounds with steri strips as it helps the strips/bandages better adhere to the skin. To that end, a pack or two of steri strips would be another really good add for your kit as they take up very little room. You might also want to consider a pack of Quick Clot for serious arterial bleeds where a tourniquet can't be applied, an Israeli Bandage, and a couple HyFin vented chest seals. I realize space is a concern in a kit that size but you can likely get some of these things in. You'll have to decide what's most important and/or if the Israeli Bandage can replace, say, the 5x9 pad, etc.

@reallife920 7 жыл бұрын

great video, thanks for the info. this will help me update my ifak.

@dougnc7745 8 жыл бұрын

Very nice gideonstactical. A well thought out well organized medical kit in my opinion. The only addition to your kit I carry in my kit is an epipen. The vanquest fat pack looks very interesting. I may have to try one out. Thanks for posting.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

No problem

@fitcher82 8 жыл бұрын

good video, when i was looking to up grade my medical kit to something a little bit larger i think your video is where i found Vanquest. more expensive on amazon though, i went straight to their site instead.

@smokeystone8005 8 жыл бұрын

I love the video ! one question do you keep more medical supplies in your pack ? because I have a fear of never having enough . So I have my maxpedtion fr1 a little to packed . what would you recommend

@Joe-rx7ht 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks! I would add a nasopharyngeal tube (super cheap and don’t take up space) and a forehead light.

@GooberActual 7 жыл бұрын

One thing that you're missing that I would put in there would be a triangle bandage. Great to immobilize the elbow if needed to be.

@stevem425 8 жыл бұрын

A true "first aid" kit. Fine Job

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@beefyb93 8 жыл бұрын

Nice vid as always. Off topic but what happened to the Pohl Force video?

@TurtleBushcraft 8 жыл бұрын

great first aid kit thanks for sharing atb John

@kellyh4052 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Thank you...

@monicamartin5434 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. Getting a sewing kit would probably be a good idea. It's obviously a multi purpose item. U can stitch clothing or ur bug out bag or medical bag if it happens to rip. And u can obviously use it to stitch somebody up if they get hurt and need stitches especially if u run out of ur liquid stitch!

@IrishZombieNation 8 жыл бұрын

Good kit Aaron. I need to add that splint to my first aid kit. I would say maybe add a couple small 2"x1" jewelry ziplock bags with ibuprofen and asprin. Asprin can be a life saver.

@kpw528 8 жыл бұрын

Just a suggestion for an addition to your kit: If it would fit (you'd probably have to move the cloth tape to the side), I suggest moving the SAM splint into the back pocket and getting an Israeli bandage to put in the elastic strap in the middle. They not only work great as intended for a pressure bandage, but are large enough to also be used as a sling if you break your arm if you can't get to a hospital immediately.

@saifuddinjumin8582 7 жыл бұрын

wow noce video and i love the way you pack ur things

@cameronphillips2490 8 жыл бұрын

love the idea of using the mini nite ize tie for the tape!

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

They rock

@johnhayes1311 8 жыл бұрын

I carry the RE Factor Tactical R.A.T.S. tourniquet in my med kits. It's compact, well built, easy to use, and only $16. Not sure if you've come across it before. May be a good item to review. Added bonus for dog owners and parents - the design allows for it to be used on smaller extremities. Check out RE Factor's other gear too. Great stuff. Thanks for the videos! I always enjoy your reviews.

@PhDdiLLwEeD 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome Video, and a great variety pack. Most likely will use this video to make my own pack very similar to this, thanks!

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that!

@malthus101 3 жыл бұрын

Great ideas in that pack!

@GabbyN90 8 жыл бұрын

I'm just discovering your channel - excellent presence and communication skills. You come off very professional. You should consider TV!

@timlipinski2571 7 жыл бұрын

UP-Graded to two (2) kits: a Trauma IFAK and a general First Aid Kit. The Trauma Kit is to stop major bleeding and stabilize the patient. And the general First Aid Kit is for general Boo, Boo's and help the victim feel better... Thank you for the video ! tjl

@daveyhawkins8285 8 жыл бұрын

Triangular bandage. Many uses

@lifetimesofjcm8582 6 жыл бұрын

is this one for backpacking or car camping?

@1978jamiemurray 6 жыл бұрын

Where is the best place to get the small packets from I can get gauze and bandaids the the single use ones like sting stop or burn cream

@coniferousforests8030 4 жыл бұрын

may I ask please once that wound seal powder was applied on a bleeding wound, and sealed it, whats next? That seal stays there for how long ? I mean, what happens to the wound? As far as I know for instance hemostatic gauze requires removal of a gauze ONLY by a medical professional in a hospital setting and bleeding recurs after 24 hour time frame so if there is no definitive help in the vicinity then it is not an appropriate option. I am just regurgitating what the brands that sells hemostatics says in their guidelines. Does it work the same way?

@TrailRecon 8 жыл бұрын

Nice pack and kit setup!

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

+TrailRecon Thanks!

@Besalu 5 жыл бұрын

Where can I buy the small knife a scalpel? I tried to find it with Amazon but did not find it

@124moviesiwatch 7 жыл бұрын

A nice first aid kit that is not posing as something more than it is. A pen light might make for a good addition.

@XMetalChefX 5 жыл бұрын

Add a redundant firestarter and a space blanket and you got a outdoor OSK that you could survive with till rescued!

@akeeperofoddknowledge4956 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent set up Aaron. While I can certainly find no fault with any of your selections, there are a few items I would suggest adding to any first aid kit. 1) SNAKE BITE KIT!!! I have yet to see anyone on you tube carry one. Snakes are prevalent even in urban areas. 2) Orajel : aside from it's obvious use, it is suitable for pain relief on any open wounds on the body. 3) Castor oil: we (aircraft mechanics) were issued small bottles of castor oil in the event of chemical s or particles getting in our eyes. Even with eye protection, something I always wore, hydraulic fluid under high pressure knocked my safety glasses off and I got a face full of Skydrol. The castor oil floated off the chemicals better than water or glycerine. Also excellent for removing particles from the eyes. Normally, I would add Crazy glue here for sealing up open wounds, but you covered that with the Wound Seal. Anyway, great video as always and keep them coming.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feed back!

@akeeperofoddknowledge4956 8 жыл бұрын

gideonstactical ; you are very welcome and I hope I didn't't come across as a "know-it-all".

@Mr2Reviews 6 жыл бұрын

Great review. Love everything about the bag except the price.

@tonymontoya2559 8 жыл бұрын

Great vid. On the vinyl gloves. They don't have the protection against treating someone with an infectious disease like HIV or AIDS. Nitrile gloves do have that protection. If your allergic to nitrile gloves put on the vinyl first then the nitrile over and you'll be protected. Last thing you want to do is contract something for helping someone.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

Right!

@zombiefighterof1987 8 жыл бұрын

What thing in the glove makes them protective? I thought just not getting blood on your hands is enough protection, am i wrong or missing something?

@mattiethesurfer 4 жыл бұрын

Great set!

@gideonstactical 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@3signets 6 жыл бұрын

Making up my own kit thanks for the ideas.

@gideonstactical 6 жыл бұрын

sweet!

@LikeRalf 8 жыл бұрын

Oh,just remembers! A compas! Simple cheap one from the outdoorshop!

@Linkhunter 7 жыл бұрын

I bought a onetigris EMT pouch TG-GJB02 but the pouch is empty so I need to make it myself can you provide like a list you can recommended example like tweezers bandages etc. for first time buyer i live in europe so I can probably not get the same stuff you are using

@Ghostginthree 8 жыл бұрын

Excellent video and info. Updating mine Thanks.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

+Ghostginthree Glad it helps!

@webrik33 7 жыл бұрын

Have you had any problems with that small bottle you have the iodine in leaking?

@darinradz 8 жыл бұрын

Great video, loved the quality and delivery. One item of clarification though, the item you are referring to as an ACE bandage (wrap) I believe is actually what we call Coban tape in the medical world. This tape does have some of the same qualities as an ACE bandage, but it does not have the same compression qualities. The Coban tape may work completely fine for your application, ie. holding a SAM splint in place, but would not work well for wrapping a sprained ankle. Just an observation, not trying to sharp shoot you. :) Oh also we used Benzoin tincture to inject into a drained blister in long roadmarches/field problems. Once you drain the blister, just take a syringe and needle a small amount of Benzoin and inject it into the blister, it adheres the skin back down. Word of warning, this is very painful for about a minute or so, but you won't have a blister in that spot again for a good while. ;) Again, great video, you have a great delivery and an easy voice to listen too, thanks for sharing your knowledge!

@emtmatt84 6 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@AngryIrishBastard 7 жыл бұрын

3rd time watching this vid and had a few thoughts.... 1) lighter (always have spare) 2) small flashlight or headlamp (led) 3) tampons (puncture wounds) 4) 3 ft Gorilla tape (around lighter) 5) Super glue (could go in repair kit but i use on cuts often) 6) small toothbrush (cleaning wound) 7) water treatment tablets 8) candy (blood sugar)

@clementinacross1884 7 жыл бұрын

Sticking anything inside a puncture wound is one of the worst ideas i have ether heard of

@AngryIrishBastard 7 жыл бұрын

+Clementina Cross my uncle (Vietnam vet) used to have these in his gun bag for just in case as a temporary fix til you cant get better help - but ehh opinions vary

@CoGhostRider 7 жыл бұрын

Clementina Cross that was the intended purpose of tampons...

@clementinacross1884 7 жыл бұрын

to absorb blood -it will suck it up . Thats the point

@klaudiaxox2808 7 жыл бұрын

guywhomissesthe80s you use super glue on cuts o-o

@jt4295 8 жыл бұрын

Cool Add Eye pad and hard Eye cover also might consider sucking chest wound (Vaseline pad, cut glove material)

@geovahernandez7441 7 жыл бұрын

awesome patches!!!

@ogoctavio586 8 жыл бұрын

idk if anyone has told you but you have to store iodine in a uv protectant 'GLASS' bottle. that's why they always sell it in the brown bottles. you can definitely store iodine like how you have it, as long as you protect it from sunlight and pay close attention to the cap they always seem to corrode and eventually leak. glass is a neutral container for corrosives

@markluke8447 3 жыл бұрын

Where do you find those scissors?

@huntercook4413 6 жыл бұрын

Why don't you replace the wound deal with C-lox it may be bigger but it's really effective

@jacobgosselin2768 8 жыл бұрын

Hey there great job on the video. Love the dog. you should also add a surgical scrub in case you need to cut some one open or just working on someone that has a large open wound.

@AdmiralPreparedness 8 жыл бұрын

Great advice!!

@aimless3827 6 жыл бұрын

I have one almost the same as your I made it. But i not even know how to use them correctly

@kitcraft9516 8 жыл бұрын

Kit videos are my weakness, I watch way too many. That said, as always very good video and thank you for taking the time to bring content to the community.

@gideonstactical 8 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@PhDdiLLwEeD 8 жыл бұрын

Question. How much will this all cost, doesn't need to be perfect but it would be awesome if you had an estimate. Also, can I put this pack on my belt? Thanks!

@user-mr4bt4vm8x 4 жыл бұрын

Very good kit

@powderedtoast8119 8 жыл бұрын

How do I get one of the gideons tatical patches?

@toddbarraza3433 3 жыл бұрын

Where can I get cot and first aid training?

@truetoinnerself 8 жыл бұрын

two words: israeli bandage. i would 100% recommend picking one up

7 жыл бұрын

truetoinnerself But would it fit?

@MrPaddy1000111 7 жыл бұрын

They deffinitely fit in one of those packs. It acts as a trauma dressing, can be used with the splint to immobilize bones and can even be used as a tourniquet. If there's one thing to go in a kit, Its an Israeli Bandage.

@aydenlee5383 6 жыл бұрын

truetoinnerself q

@corymontague7838 7 жыл бұрын

Recommend dog earring the elastic bandage. It is almost impossible to find the end when you smash the roll together.

@LikeRalf 8 жыл бұрын

Mate! Great kit! Must say you are missing the foil blanket! The thin silver ones for hypothermia! I always bring a similar,including this blanket when mountainbiking!