Wednesday, October 26, 2005
A Kit to Remember..
Life’s full of surprises. And most of these surprises are not even wanted. They oftentimes catch us off guard. Defenseless as we are, we have no other recourse but to suffer life’s cruel aftermath. However, there are times when we can preclude things from getting worse. Or better to preclude them from happening.
In riding, there are instances when you wish you have done something to save the day. This situation has also happened to me several times already. I’ve experienced injuries and fractures that could have been prevented if I have the right things. Now I’ve learned my lesson so every time I travel on my bike, I always bring with me my very precious motorcycle accessory – my first aid kit.
My kit has antiseptic and burns ointments, latex gloves, a pair of scissors or shears, distilled water, pain reliever, sterile gauze pads, muslin triangle bandages and ice bag. In cases where one is wounded, it is easy for one to cleanse the wound with water, apply some ointment and cover the wound with gauge or bandage if said materials are accessible. If in case, there is bleeding, latex gloves can be used to avoid contamination. Gauge and bandages can also be used to staunch the bleeding. If in case there is fracture or limp, careful handling is necessary. It is better if riders have knowledge in first-aid. Emergency hotlines must also be familiar to riders for quick assistance.
Now, I’m more active and confident!
In riding, there are instances when you wish you have done something to save the day. This situation has also happened to me several times already. I’ve experienced injuries and fractures that could have been prevented if I have the right things. Now I’ve learned my lesson so every time I travel on my bike, I always bring with me my very precious motorcycle accessory – my first aid kit.
My kit has antiseptic and burns ointments, latex gloves, a pair of scissors or shears, distilled water, pain reliever, sterile gauze pads, muslin triangle bandages and ice bag. In cases where one is wounded, it is easy for one to cleanse the wound with water, apply some ointment and cover the wound with gauge or bandage if said materials are accessible. If in case, there is bleeding, latex gloves can be used to avoid contamination. Gauge and bandages can also be used to staunch the bleeding. If in case there is fracture or limp, careful handling is necessary. It is better if riders have knowledge in first-aid. Emergency hotlines must also be familiar to riders for quick assistance.
Now, I’m more active and confident!
# posted by j0hn @ 4:11 PM 
