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First Aid Terminologies

Pharm JosephBy Pharm JosephSeptember 4, 2023Updated:July 21, 2024No Comments13 Mins Read
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  Very important First Aid Items, that can be added to your first aid boxes, so we decided to let know their terminologies, please note that selecting a  items is dependent on the location, needs and the composition of persons it is needed for etc.

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  • 1. First Aid Kits
  • 2. Motor Vehicle First Aid Kits
  • 3. Zinc Oxide Tape
  • 4. Cohesive Bandages
  • 5. EAB – Non-Tearable Tape
  • 6. Foam Bandage
  • 7. EAB – Tearable Tape
  • 8. Plasters
  • 9. Bandages
  • 10. Gauze
  • 11. Crepe Bandage
  • 12. Sterile Un-medicated Dressing (Cotton wool)
  • 13. Sterile Skin Closures
  • 14. Eye Wash Solution
  • 15. Wipes
  • 16. Sharps Handling Grabber
  • 17. Pedal Bin
  • 18. Trolley
  • 19.  Step
  • 20.  Medical Screen
  • 21. Treatment Couch with Adjustable Backrest
  • 22. Evacuation Chair
  • 23. Mobile Transit Chair
  • 24. Patient Wheelchair
  • 26. Scoop Stretcher
  • 27. Vacuum Immobilization Mattress
  • 28. Basket Stretcher
  • 29. Basket Stretcher – 2 Piece
  • 30. Spinal Board
  • 31. Patient Transfer Sheet
  • 32. Cervical Collar
  • 33. Head Immobilizer
  • 34. Defibrillators
  • 35. Pads
  • 36. AED Metal Wall Cabinet – Alarmed
  •  38. Tweezers
  •   39. Scissors
  •  40. Trauma Foil Blanket
  •  41. First Aid Blanket
  • 42. Accident Record Book
    • First Aid Armband Elasticated
    • Pen Torch
    • Kidney Dish
    • Stethoscope
    • Plastic Eye Bath
    • Wooden Tongue Depressors

1. First Aid Kits

A first aid kit, often known as a medical kit, is a set of goods and tools used to provide rapid medical care, especially for the treatment of minor or moderate illnesses and injuries. The contents of first aid kits can vary greatly depending on the knowledge and experience of the person putting it together, the various first aid requirements of the location where it might be used, and changes in legislation or regulation in a particular area.

2. Motor Vehicle First Aid Kits

It has the ability to handle a range of minor injuries. It usually comes with water-resistant nylon zip pouch that may shield its contents from moisture and dust. It includes a variety of bandages, dressings, plasters, and other items to treat common wounds.

3. Zinc Oxide Tape

A non-stretch cotton or rayon tape with a zinc oxide adhesive is known as zinc oxide tape. The main purpose of these tapes is to shield and safeguard vulnerable joints from harm. Here, you can find anything you need, from strong stiff adhesive to lightweight strapping.

4. Cohesive Bandages

A type of compression bandage called a cohesive bandage provides minimal support and suppleness. Cohesive bandage, despite being named a bandage, is also regarded as a form of tape or trapping because of its exceptional self-adhesive quality. A cohesive bandage adheres just to itself; it won’t stick to hair, skin, or clothing.

5. EAB – Non-Tearable Tape

Specifically made to act as a stretch compression bandage and support a weak joint. Cotton stretch bandages with a strong adhesive are known as elastic adhesive bandages (EAB). Our excellent EAB’s feature the top sports tape brands and are sturdy enough to endure the demands of match day while being great for general club use.

6. Foam Bandage

Foam dressings are absorbent and non linting. They have a non adherent coating that enables non-traumatic           removal and vary in thickness. A film coating or an adhesive border may be included on some of them as             an extra barrier against microorganisms. Foam dressings offer thermal insulation and a moist environment.

7. EAB – Tearable Tape

Dressing Strip portable and tear able EAB Tear Lite Tape is an open weave 100% cotton stretch tape with a             powerful adhesive. made with dry natural latex and an adhesive that is hypoallergenic. Because of its                     computerized unwind design, the tape easily separates from the roll and unravels to the core.

8. Plasters

A little medical dressing termed an adhesive bandage, also known as a sticking plaster, medical plaster, or simply plaster in British English, is used for wounds that are not severe enough to need a full-sized bandage.

9. Bandages

The dressing of a limb or other portion of the body with a soft, typically absorbent piece of gauze or other material. To envelop with a piece of gauze or other material in order to cover.

10. Gauze

Gauze, bleached cotton cloth with a plain weave is used for bandages and dressings in medicine. A bandage made of gauze.

11. Crepe Bandage

Crepe bandages are woven, elasticized bandages that are frequently composed of cotton. As they offer good compression to wounded areas, in accordance with the PRICE technique, crepe bandages are great for supporting the recovery of sprains and strains. Yet, because they are elastic, they do not hinder joints or muscles from flexing.

12. Sterile Un-medicated Dressing (Cotton wool)

For wounds at risk of infection and when biofilm is suspected, non-medicated wound dressings (NMWDs) are a good substitute for dressings that contain active antimicrobial.

13. Sterile Skin Closures

Sterile skin closure strips with polyester filament reinforcement and a porous, non-woven backing covered in pressure-sensitive, hypoallergenic adhesive.

14. Eye Wash Solution

In the event when the eyes are potentially polluted by foreign objects or chemicals, eyewash—typically saline—is used to physically clean the eyes. a sink for washing your eyes in a lab. Eyewashes can help those with sensitive eyes and can ease the uncomfortable side effects of sensitivity.

15. Wipes

To clean, sample, or sterilize a surface by rubbing it with a rag. A piece of fabric or paper that has been disinfected or treated with an antiseptic.

16. Sharps Handling Grabber

If you adhere to a few basic guidelines, safe sharps handling can protect both you and the staff members who collect the trash from your lab. Sharps are defined as objects that can break the skin or cause per cutaneous wounds.

17. Pedal Bin

A pedal bin is a trash disposal device that is typically found in a kitchen or bathroom. It has a lid that is opened and closed by pressing a foot pedal.

18. Trolley

A mobile cart or other conveyance that transports medical supplies and equipment during an emergency.

19.  Step

This is a stainless steel that is used for treating a wound on the legs, sitting on the examination bed in the First Aid Room.

20.  Medical Screen

Both in a medical setting and at home, a Screen Frame can be utilized as a barrier to give total privacy.

21. Treatment Couch with Adjustable Backrest

The appropriate couch for your treatment room is the Treatment Couch with Adjustable Back Rest.This treatment and examination sofa is a sturdy, durable, and useful piece of equipment that is listed as a must for all First Aid Rooms. The couch is easy to keep, clean, and long-lasting. All standard width perforated towel rolls will fit in the inbuilt sofa roll holder.The treatment couch with Adjustable Back Rest is perfect for a variety of medical settings, including offices, GP offices, and hospitals.

22. Evacuation Chair

One operator can utilize the Evacuation Chair thanks to its cutting-edge tracking design. This makes using the stairs safer and more hygienic while also enabling a smooth descent.

23. Mobile Transit Chair

In an emergency, the  Mobile Transit Chair is the best piece of gear for navigating stairs or uneven terrain with an injured individual. The chair is simple to operate and safer to move thanks to its unique track structure.A person who is ill, wounded, or otherwise unable to climb stairs safely on their own is at danger. An evacuation chair should definitely be provided if your needs analysis identifies the levels of your building as a risk.

24. Patient Wheelchair

If a person has trouble walking or is otherwise sick, a wheelchair may be a beneficial piece of equipment.These chairs are excellent as a temporary wheelchair and are also very common at elderly homes, schools, first aid stations, hospitals, and public places.

25. Neil Robertson Stretcher

A heavy duty lifting stretcher, the Neil Robertson Stretcher. The stretcher is perfect for transferring an injured person from places where standard stretchers won’t fit. The stretcher is also ideal in situations where there is no other way to evacuate a patient but by raising them vertically. Suitable for usage in challenging rescue scenarios or small locations like ship’s engine rooms, cargo holds, and boiler rooms

26. Scoop Stretcher

The Breakaway Scoop Stretcher was created specifically to transport accident victims who may have suffered spinal injuries. The stretcher is stable, portable, and simple to use and clean. In order to maintain the patient’s cervical alignment, it incorporates a recessed head portion and a double safety lock for easy locking and unlocking.

27. Vacuum Immobilization Mattress

A medical tool for immobilizing patients is the vacuum immobilization mattress. Very helpful in situations where operators suspect injuries to the vertebrae, pelvis, or limbs. The Vacuum Mattress, commonly referred to as a vac mat, can be used as a stretcher and is helpful for moving patients over short distances. Vacuum mattresses are not only more pleasant, but they can also adjust to any injuries and guarantee that the patient is held firmly. By properly conforming to the shape of the body, the vacuum mattress reduces the possibility of further injuries. By distributing pressure more evenly, a vacuum mattress reduces the chance of developing pressure ulcers.

28. Basket Stretcher

The casualty will experience little damage or disruption thanks to the basket stretcher. One of the most durable stretchers is the basket stretcher. They can be used for dragging, hauling, and carrying. The basket stretcher is reliable, adaptable, and ideal for use in all kinds of recovery and rescue operations. Quick and safe operations are made possible for first-aid specialists by sturdy fittings. The Basket Stretcher is equipped with lifting sling gear and is therefore compatible with a winch.

29. Basket Stretcher – 2 Piece

The casualty will experience little damage or disruption thanks to the Basket Stretcher – 2 Piece. One of the most durable stretchers is the basket stretcher. They can therefore be used for lifting, pulling, and carrying. The  basket stretcher is strong and adaptable, making it ideal for use in all kinds of rescue and recovery scenarios. The stretcher is simple to divide into two pieces, making it portable and convenient for storage. Quick and safe operations are made possible for first-aid specialists by sturdy fittings.

30. Spinal Board

A patient handling tool used in primary pre-hospital care is called the Spinal Board. These boards are perfect for transporting patients who have had injuries that need for spinal immobilization. The purpose of the spinal board is to offer solid support to a patient who may have suffered spinal and limb damage. The board has no discharge contaminants and is made of PE material.

31. Patient Transfer Sheet

The patient transfer sheet is the best tool for swiftly and safely moving a patient. An injured individual could be transferred from a stretcher to a bed, for instance. The patient may be gently rolled to one side, allowing the sheet to be placed underneath them, depending on their condition. The Patient Transfer Sheet unfolds into a sizable sheet from a small storage bag.

32. Cervical Collar

Following trauma or persistent injury, a person’s neck is supported by a foam cervical collar. The collar can be used therapeutically in some cases to straighten the spinal cord and ease pain. Our foam cervical collar provides non-rigid support and restricted motion for cervical injuries. The collar can also help with whiplash or neck muscle problems to reduce pain.

33. Head Immobilizer

After experiencing trauma, the Head Immobilizer secures the patient’s head in position to stop further injuries. Large ear openings in the high-density plastic Head Immobilizer allow for ear canal monitoring of the patient. Several adjustable straps are also included as features to accommodate various patient sizes.

34. Defibrillators

The semi-automatic AED Defibrillator is simple to use. Up to 70% more people who experience cardiac arrest survive if a defibrillator is nearby.

35. Pads

The semi-automatic defibrillator is compatible with the Defibrillator Replacement. A battery pack or replacement pads are included in defibrillator replacement.

36. AED Metal Wall Cabinet – Alarmed

Your AED is safe and easily accessible with our AED Alarmed Wall Cabinet. It is compatible with the majority of AED types and includes a strong, resilient glass door. The alarm starts to play as soon as you open the AED Alarmed Wall Cabinet’s door. This serves as a warning that the AED is being used and alerts the neighborhood to the situation.

 38. Tweezers

Tweezers are a crucial item to include in any first aid kit. Tweezers can be used to remove foreign objects like glass, dirt, or splinters from a wound. We provide a selection of tweezers to fit any first aid kit.

  39. Scissors

Any first aid kit must contain a pair of first aid scissors. These scissors can be used to remove dressings so that bandages can be changed, lowering the risk of infection, and to trim bandages to fit wounds. For any use, a variety of first aid scissors are offered.

 40. Trauma Foil Blanket

Ten single-use, disposable foil blankets are included in the foil blankets multipack. Due to their extreme insulation, patients are kept warm and cozy while waiting for treatment or evacuation. To include in the first aid kit, these foil blankets are the ideal size. In contrast, cotton cellular blankets might be more appropriate for the first aid area. Protection from wind, rain, heat, and cold is best provided by emergency foil blankets. They aid in treating and preventing hypothermia and are also referred to as space blankets.

 41. First Aid Blanket

Warming and consoling patients is made possible by the First Aid Blanket’s thick cotton material. It can also be used as a pillow for a patient’s head or to elevate limbs. The generously sized First Aid Blanket has a hemmed edge and is made of only 100% cotton.

42. Accident Record Book

The most recent requirements is to have Accident Record Book. Moreover, the book complies with regulations that became effective on January 1, 2004. A record book for accidents and injuries must be kept for every incident that occurs while employees are on the job. This A5 book usually have 20 reporting pages and is practical to have in first aid packs or a special first aid location. others

  • First Aid Armband Elasticated

First aid armbands are used to identify first responders and those carrying first aid supplies. The band is a bright yellow color. One size fits all due to the adjustable Velcro closure on this first aid armband.

  • Pen Torch

Any standard first aid kit should contain a pen torch, or you can carry one on your own.

  • Kidney Dish

A disposable container called the Kidney Dish is perfect for collecting patients’ body fluids. Use a kidney dish in the surgical and medical wards.

  • Stethoscope

A medical device called a stethoscope is used to hear someone’s heartbeat or respiration. The Stethoscope is a great item to keep in a first aid or medical area. It has two tubes that connect to earpieces and a small disc-shaped resonator that is placed against the chest.

  • Plastic Eye Bath

The Plastic Eye Bath has a rounded, supple form that allows the eye to be completely submerged. Good when the injured eye needs to be bathed. Direct application to the afflicted area is ensured by the Plastic Eye Bath. Use with any eye wash solution without risk.

  • Wooden Tongue Depressors

The Wooden Tongue Depressors are perfect for patient care and oral examination. They are used in medical settings to depress the tongue and make it possible to examine the mouth and throat. They have flat, thin, rounded hardwood blades on both ends. They are also perfect for ordinary school projects, plant markers in gardens, and waxing by beauticians. These non-sterile wooden tongue depressors are for single use only. Visit Our Store Read Also 30 Life-Saving First Aid Techniques

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