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By: Ikedi Ani-okoye.

First Aid Importance

If there is a major accident then help could be a long way away, so having basic first aid knowledge can be vital. Even if you do not suffer a major accident, there are still some simple things you can do to prevent problems while backpacking.The first thing you need is a good first aid kit. This is an important piece of equipment. You will need to have some basic items in your kit to ensure you are ready for almost anything that can come your way.

A basic First Aid Kit list

-Band aids of different shapes and sizes
-Antibiotic ointment
-Hydrocortisone cream
-Moleskin
-Alcohol pads
-Ace bandages
-Hand sanitizer
-Gauze pads
-First aid tape
-Cold pack

Keeping the first aid safely

Your first aid kit needs to be kept in a location that is easily accessed. All supplies should be well labeled and it is important to ensure that none of the items have expired. Your local veterinarian can be a wonderful source of information as to what products and items your first aid kit should contain.

First Aid in climbing Classes

It’s also beneficial to know basic first aid which is usually covered in climbing classes. These classes will cover various topics; everything from the Heimlich maneuver to how to make a sling and carry a fellow climber with an injured ankle. They will even show you more complicated first aid such as how to tell a fracture from a compound fracture and what to do in each case.

CONCLUSION

If you are planning an outdoor vacation and hiking is on your list of activities, it may be a good idea to refresh yourself on some basic first-aid. Three of the most valuable first-aid skills hikers can learn are CPR, the Heimlich maneuver and caring for fractures.