Pediatric Health Kit Contents
Our Health Resupply kits are assembled with essential first aid and health monitoring tools designed to help families care for common illnesses and minor injuries at home. The kit is not a substitute for professional medical care, but is helpful in recognizing when additional medical care may be needed.
Digital Thermometer
Used to measure body temperature and help monitor for fever or changes in health.
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Always follow the manufacturer's instructions included with your thermometer.
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Clean the thermometer before and after each use.
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Record the temperature and time if you are monitoring symptoms over time.
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A temperature reading should always be considered alongside your child's symptoms.
For more information, visit: www.mayoclinic.org
Sterile Gauze
Sterile gauze can help cover and protect wounds, absorb drainage, and apply gentle pressure to help control minor bleeding.
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Use clean hands whenever possible before handling sterile gauze.
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Avoid touching the part of the gauze that will come in contact with the wound.
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Secure the gauze with medical tape or a wrap if needed.
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Replace the dressing according to the manufacturer's instructions or whenever it becomes wet or soiled.
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Medical Tape
Medical tape is used alongside gauze or bandages to help keep them in place.
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Apply tape only to clean, dry, and intact skin surrounding the wound.
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Avoid placing tape directly over open wounds unless specifically instructed by a healthcare professional.
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Store unused tape in a clean, dry location.
Adhesive Bandages
Used to help protect minor cuts, scrapes, and abrasions.
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Clean the affected area with clean water before applying a bandage.
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Replace the bandage if it becomes wet, dirty, or loose.
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Monitor the wound for signs of infection, including increasing redness, swelling, warmth, drainage, or worsening pain.
Antibiotic Ointment
Antibiotic ointment is a topical product used on some minor cuts, scrapes, and skin injuries to help protect the affected area while it heals.
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Wash your hands before caring for the wound. Gently clean the affected area with clean wter.
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Apply a thin layer of ointment if appropiate and according to the product instructions.
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Cover with a clean bandage or dressing if needed.
For more information, visit www.mayoclinic.org
Alcohol Prep Pads
Used to clean and disinfect intact skin before applying certain first-aid supplies, such as adhesive bandages or medical tape.
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Do not apply alcohol directly to an open wound, burns, deep cuts, or severely irritated skin.
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Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, and other sensitive areas.
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Do not reuse prep pads.