First Aid Kit
A practical Australian guide to first aid kits: essential supplies, where to keep them, how to maintain them and when to call Triple Zero (000).
Category Equipment & Supplies
This category explains the names of items used in first aid kits and emergency care, including bandages, dressings, splints, masks, spacers, and protective equipment. Definitions clarify what each item is and its general purpose in first aid situations.
Crepe Bandage
A crepe bandage is a soft, stretchy cloth that provides gentle support and reduces swelling, making it a go-to choice for soothing sprains, strains, and minor injuries. Its snug fit helps protect the injury while easing pain and promoting healing.
Compression Bandage
A compression bandage is a must-have in first aid, helping to control bleeding and reduce swelling by applying gentle, firm pressure to injured areas. Whether dealing with a bruise, sprain, or cut, knowing how to use a compression bandage can make all the difference in keeping someone safe until medical help arrives.
Adrenaline Auto-Injector
An adrenaline auto-injector is an emergency device used to treat anaphylaxis. Learn what it does, when to use it, and how it relates to EpiPen, Anapen, and epinephrine.
Anapen
Anapen is an adrenaline auto-injector used to treat anaphylaxis in an emergency. Learn when it is used, how the steps work, and how it differs from EpiPen.
Preventer Inhaler
A preventer inhaler is used regularly to help control asthma and reduce flare-ups. Learn how it differs from a reliever inhaler and why it matters.
Reliever Inhaler
A reliever inhaler is used to ease asthma symptoms quickly. Learn what it does, how it relates to salbutamol, and when to call 000.
Spacer
A spacer is a tube-like device that attaches to some asthma puffers. Learn how it helps medicine reach the lungs and when it matters in first aid.
Gauze
Gauze is a soft, breathable cloth that plays a crucial role in first aid by protecting wounds from dirt and germs while helping them heal faster. Whether it’s a small cut or a larger scrape, gauze keeps your injury clean, safe, and dry to prevent infection.
Wound Dressing
Wound dressing is a simple yet essential step in first aid that helps protect cuts and scrapes from dirt and bacteria, speeding up healing and reducing pain. By keeping the injury clean and covered, a wound dressing acts as a shield, giving your skin the best chance to recover safely.