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SHTF First Aid training / kit?

Discussion in 'Outdoors' started by Rujack, Dec 11, 2019.

  1. Dec 11, 2019 at 8:03 PM
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    Rujack

    Rujack [OP] Stop Global Whining

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    I wasn't sure where to post this, but this seemed like a reasonable forum.

    I've been wanting to get training for first aid beyond just the very basic stuff like how to splint a broken bone and treat superficial burns etc.

    I've got a 5 year old so I want to learn pediatric first aid and CPR as well.

    Is there such a program out there that teaches how to do things like sutures and administer anesthetic? Or is the bulk of this type of thing regulated out of access for civilians? Would I have to go full EMT training?

    Also interested in hearing about bug out quality first-aid supplies. I've seen quite a few online, many of which seem to be overpriced band aids and Tylenol in a gimmicky bag...
     
  2. Dec 11, 2019 at 8:10 PM
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    BalutTaco

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    I was told its best to build your own first-aid kit, So you would know what you have in your kit. Some people would buy these expensive kits and never know how to use them. You can probably take a community college course for First aid/AED/CPR.
     
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  3. Dec 11, 2019 at 8:14 PM
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    Hobbs

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    Perhaps take a look at NOLS. I thoroughly enjoyed the Wilderness First Aid course I took a few years back!

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    https://www.nols.edu/en/

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  4. Feb 23, 2020 at 11:24 AM
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    Check out Overland Bound on youtube. There is a trauma surgeon on there that describes a trauma pack and how to use it. Im a physician myself and most of the things outside of the hospital can be done by anyone with a little training. It's stabilize until you can get to a higher level of care.

    search "vehicle based trauma kit: what a trauma surgeon carries" to get you started. He has lots of useful info. Built my kit off his advice
     
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  5. Apr 15, 2020 at 2:03 PM
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    mrtonyd

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    highly recommend a nols course. ive taken a few different first aid/cpr classes and a wilderness firstaid through NOLS and wilderness medicine. the wilderness first aid, WFA, is more detailed on stuff you would encounter while youre away from civilization. like if you were boating/kayaking, out hiking, using only what you have on you. The WFA is just first aid, not take care of anything. If you have time, a wilderness first responder, WFR, is much more in depth, typically takes like a week, but is very good to know. some friends have taken the WFR and its insane what you learn.
     

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