Emergency First Aid

So this week we are going to be helping you guys learn how to do minor first aid for emergency situations.

Please let us know what you would like to learn about. We would be more than happy to teach you whatever you would like to learn. Some examples are: how to treat a bee sting, how to treat a bug bite, signs for a stroke, signs for a heart attack, etc.

 All of the video's are from British Red Cross If the situation is more than you can handle you should always call 911.

This first video is about how to treat an open wound

This Second Video is about how to do Baby CPR (good for you older kids to know, and girls who want to babysit on a regular basis.)

This third video is about Child CPR

The fourth video is about Adult CPR

Dealing with Chocking 

Sprains and Strains

How to treat Burns

And Just for Fun:

Emergency Documents

One thing that is commonly forgotten in emergencies is important papers. We will list out documents that you will want to take with you in case there is an emergency. We also suggest that you store these documents in page protectors or you get them laminated and store them in a central location, such as a binder. You can make copies of originals if you want to keep them in a safe place. Here is a link to a blog of someone who put together an emergency binder and she has print outs for you to use as well.

http://www.yourownhomestore.com/survival-kit-series-week-23-important-documents/

Emergency documents:

• Birth certificates
• Social Security
• Immunization records
• Pictures of each person
• spare keys (to home, cars, etc)
• Drivers license 
• Marriage license
• Insurance documents
• Bank information (include credit/debit cards, account numbers, etc)
• Important phone numbers
• Will (and other legal documents)
• List of family members places -work, schools, clubs (and if the school has an emergency plan you should know it)
• Church records (blessings, baptism, priesthood, etc.)
• Money (recommend you keep it in small bills like 1's and 5's)

Building your 72-Hour Kit

Submitted Question: I need some ideas of what to put into my 72-Hour Kit.

Answer: Quantities may vary depending on the size of your family, but here is a list of the general items that you may need. (Keep in mind that you may live in different environments, so winter coats, for example, may be necessary for some of you, while sunscreen could be necessary for others.)

Items for Waste and Trash Disposal

• Plastic Bags
• Disinfectant (Lysol)
• Laundry Detergent
• Clothes Pins (and clothes line)
• Pre-moistened Towelettes (Wet Wipes)
• Toothbrushes and Toothpaste
• Infant Supplies (diapers, etc)
• Trash Cans
• Deodorizer Tablets
• Wash tub
• Paper Towels
• Rubber Gloves
• Insect Repellent
• Shovel
• Kitty Litter (not just for your pet...it can be good for soaking up oils or liquid wastes, or help create traction for tires if your car is stuck in the snow, etc.)
• Clean Rags
• Bar soap
• Feminine Supplies
• Toilet Paper

Items for Personal Hygiene

• Soap
• Shampoo
• Hand Sanitizer
• Comb / Brush
• Lotion
• Towel
• Chapstick
• Deodorant
• Feminine Supplies
• Baby Supplies
• Toothpaste/Toothbrush

Items for Medical Situations

• Pain Reliever
• Burn Ointment
• Anti-Itch Cream
• Personal Medications (Insulin if you have diabetes, blood pressure medication, inhaler, etc.)
• Scissors
• Triangle Bandage
• Needle
• Elastic Bandages
• Cotton Balls or Swabs
• Tweezers
• Gauze
• Petroleum Jelly
• Antiseptic
• Safety Pins
• Adhesive Tape

Items for Food Preparation

• Backpacking Stove
• Heat Source for Cooking (Sterno Can, Tuna Burner, Charcoal, etc.)
• Fuel for the Heat Source (Propane, Wood, White Gas, Gasoline, Kerosene, etc.)
• Small Pan
• Knives, Forks, and Spoons
• Dishes to eat on
• Can Opener
• Small Coffeepot or Tea Kettle

Items of Importance

• Bedding Supplies (Sleeping Bags, Blankets, Solar Blankets, Tarp, etc.)
• Change of Clothes (Include Footwear, and dress for the season)
• Communication: Radio with batteries, whistle, cell phone, two way radios, ham radio
• Money ($20 or more in kit, smaller denominations are better for smaller transactions.  People may not have a lot of change in an emergency.)
• Important Papers (Birth Certificates, Marriage License, Wills, Insurance Forms, Phone Numbers, Credit Card Information, Social Security Cards, etc.)

Items for Stress Relief

It is important to have items in your 72-Hour Kit that can help comfort in times of distress.

• Crayons
• Coloring Books
• Story Books
• Games / Cards
• Scriptures
• Favorite "Security" Items (blanket)
• Hard Candy
• Books
• Magazines
• Needlework
• Harmonica (or other portable musical instrument)

Items for Repair

• Sewing Kit
• Scissors
• Shoelaces
• Superglue
• Tape / Duct Tape

Items for Outdoor Survival

• Small Tent
• 50 Foot Rope
• Steel Wool
• Insect Repellent
• Hatchet
• Whistle
• Pocket Knife
• Compass
• Radio
• Shovel
• Flares

Items for Water Supply

• Water - at least 1 gallon per person per day
• Plastic 2 Liter Bottles
• Strap to carry containers
• Water Purification Tablets
• Waterproof Containers (backpacks, tote bags, garbage bags, suitcases, duffel bags, etc.)

Items for Energy Sources

• Flashlights (and batteries)
• Candles
• Chemical Light Sticks
• Matches and/or Lighters

Items for Food

• Get food high in calories (you may be under a lot of stress during an emergency)
• Good nutrition is important, but high calories is the most important factor for short-term survival
• Special Dietary Needs (Gluten-free, Lactose Intolerant)
• Food that is lightweight and compact, and require no refrigeration
• Food that require little preparation
• Some suggestions:
• Food Bars
• Dried Foods
• Stress Foods (chocolate)
• Liquid Beverages
• Trail Mix
• Instant Meals
• Snack Sized Canned Goods
• Canned Tuna
• Canned Soup
• Other Canned Meats
• Beef Jerky
• Granola
• Powdered Instant Drink
• Meals Ready to Eat (MRE)
• Crackers