Reddit reviews Adventure Medical Kits Trauma Pak First Aid Kit with QuikClot Sponge

This is what I buy for Dude. It's got quick clot, gauze, duct tape, gloves, antiseptic, and a bag for the waste or chest wound. It's $20. He's SAVED two lives with this and the tournequets I stock him with. Medical goes as fast as they can but in those two cases they would not have had enough time.

He also carries small bags of gummy bears, bottled water, and protein bars because the situation has warranted getting food and/or sugar into someone without overloading them.

wound kit

medical tape

Trauma shears these are key for getting clothes out away from the wound quickly, they can cut through a penny. Use these are your general bug out scissors.

Forceps

combat tourniquette

celox blood stopper and applicator

halo chest seal stops air from escaping through sucking chest wound.

Nasopharyngeal Airway

battle dressing

surgical clamp

scalpel

suture and needle

Keep in mind that I'm speaking generally and I'm not covering all of the options. I don't have a medical background but I have taken a fucking shitload of classes over the years, easily in the 500+ hour range for survival, medical, first response, and trauma classes. I've also taught them many times but mostly at a lower level than what gunshots would be.

My IFAKs are for big bad things, I keep a small first aid pack for boo boos but normally those are rub dirt on it and duct tape it. My real IFAKs are for "oh god, this dude is going to die like right now" kind of wounds.

1. Never buy anything from eBay.
   
2. Never underpay for something. If 99 stores have it for $50 and you find it on sale for $5, it's fake. And fake medical equipment will literally get you killed. Suck it up, pay full price.
   
3. Name brands cost more. Name brands also care about their kit and it matters.
   
   That in mind - all of my IFAKs are homemade. I get supplies in semi-bulk and make 10+ IFAKs because I literally have them everywhere and I rotate out old/expired stuff as needed. I shit you not that I have 4 in my shooting supplies, 1 in my kitchen, 2 in the workshop, 2 in the car, etc. It's not cheap but nothing in life is. If you don't want to be that fanatical about it, getting a kit might be cheaper if you're making one or two.
   
   All of mine MUST have:
   
   

• Gloves
  
• Tape
  
• Pressure bandage
  
• Clotting agent, normally sponges
  
• Gauze
  
• EMT shears
  
• Tourniquet
  
  Other stuff like for burns, heatstroke, hypothermia, etc I have in some of my bags but not most of them.
  
  Cover the basics:
  
  
• Adventure Medical Kit
  
• CAT Tourniquet from NAR
  
• Israeli Bandage
  
• Madison EMT Shear
  
• Condor Rip-Away EMT Bag
  
  
  There is some arguments that can be made about this setup that I won't get into, these are what I like and trust though. I also normally add some extra gloves, tape, gauze, and QuickClot to each bag.
  
  The Adventure Medical Kit is cheap and has the core stuff. Nice easy package too, quick to buy a few of them and stash them places if I don't have time to make real bags right then.
  
  Israeli Bandage is the gold standard for a compression bandage. Watch some YT on how to use one, maybe get to so that you can kill one right off the bat to learn how to use it. Remember - once a bandage is opened, it's use it or lose it. Don't need infections because you used a 5 year old bandage that was stored wrong.
  
  Madison shears are solid.
  
  I like CAT style tourniquets and I trust North American Rescue since they're one of the huge massive names in the market. All of mine are NAR CAT tourniquets.
  
  Condor gets a bad name because of Airsoft kids that wear their stuff all the time, but this bag is really nice. It's fairly cheap, for an IFAK bag, it holds a lot, it's sturdy, and the rip away is really nice. I keep these on the outside of my range bag mostly. The rip away is nice since I can just grab the handle and pull.
  
  Final note - remember that an IFAK isn't just for you to use. It's also for other people to use on you. Make sure they're marked as an IFAK. Mine are all either bright red with a medical cross on it or at least have a big red medical cross on it in a place that everyone can see.

My first aid kit:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003BS2PW4/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8

You'll hate lugging it around, but you can be damn sure it was worth it to me when I laid down my bike going into a turn with a bunch of gravel, and punctured my leg.

• Sawyer Mini Water Filter
  
  
• Ferrocerium Rod
  
  
• Morakniv Companion
  
  
• Cotton Bandanna
  
  
• Reusable Mylar Blanket
  
  
• SAK Classic
  
  
• AMK Trauma Pack
  
  
• Signal Mirror
  
  
• Compass
  
  These are just suggestions, I'm sure there are cheaper or better quality alternatives to these, but it's a good start.
  
  Also, you're a cool brother.

Would this be a good kit to keep for hunting / shooting or is it to big to keep handy? Seems like exactly what you would need for an accident like this but is probably to big to fit in a pocket like you suggest...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003BS2PW4/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdb_1hyDyb3550CB2

I added one of these to my range bag, gives me a bit more comfort

Adventure Medical Kits Trauma Packwith QuikClot
http://amzn.com/B003BS2PW4

This is pretty minimal and useful I think. Used to keep one in the car and my parents have it now.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003BS2PW4?pc_redir=1409578536&robot_redir=1

I do. I carry a kit on the inside of my passenger pegs, above my mud guard and under my tail.

Here's how it's setup. http://imgur.com/a/nMbLn

Package contents:

• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UO2FSGA/
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006FZ5IQK/
  
  And I keep this stored in my backpack if I have one on me:
  
  
• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003BS2PW4/

Thanks for the list! Any recommendations on a first aid kit? Should I also buy one of these instead?

You probably won't find much stuff that serious from US residents. To even imply directions or attempt to treat someone in the US puts you a legal liability risk in the event some shit happens. If it's anything that they can't treat themselves, it's a job for professional EMTs.

I carry a generic first aid kit in my Jeep for roadside, camping/hiking stuff, focused on more realistic encounters. I don't carry FA while playing airsoft but the kit is in the Jeep if I or someone needs it.

It's all basic stuff that requires little to no training to use..I'll try to list some out from memory. Remember, it's mostly focused for hiking/camping in southeast USA.

• 1 25G Quick Clot impregnated bandage with application kit (single use). It's cheap insurance and not that I think I will need to use this, $20 is worth it. https://www.amazon.com/Adventure-Medical-Kits-Professional-QuikClot/dp/B003BS2PW4/ref=sr_1_4_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1501681860&sr=8-4&keywords=quick+clot
  
• Several yards of bandage wrap, 2 sizes on rolls
  
• Trauma shears
  
• Nitrile gloves
  
• A few plastic tweezers
  
• Bag of assorted Band Aids
  
• Mole skin
  
• Single use hydrocortisone packets
  
• Single use bee/wasp sting swabs
  
• Eye flush kit
  
• A few compress/square bandages in different sizes
  
• Medical duct tape
  
• BZK wipes
  
• Ibuprofen pills
  
• Imodium pills
  
• Antihistamine pills
  
• Watergel single use burn gel packs
  
• Ivy-X Poison Ivy/Poison Oak wipes
  
• A few 4x6" ziplock bags for disposal
  
• Sharpie
  
  
  There might be a few more things, it all fits within one of those EMT MOLLE pouches. No tourniquet or surgical kit. That stuff is a liability nightmare and likely to do more harm than good.

You can also go this route:

​

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003BS2PW4/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

​

which will help cover a large variety of injuries and add this: https://www.amazon.com/Israeli-Dressing-First-Aid-Compression/dp/B003DPVERM/ref=pd_sim_121_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B003DPVERM&pd_rd_r=b70b0246-e1f1-11e8-bfbc-476d254c2125&pd_rd_w=JGpZS&pd_rd_wg=8oY1K&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=18bb0b78-4200-49b9-ac91-f141d61a1780&pf_rd_r=Q0R1GG9BXYVYP9EE39AH&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=Q0R1GG9BXYVYP9EE39AH

https://www.amazon.com/CELOX-Granular-Hemostat-Blood-Clotting-Crystals/dp/B00IP03838/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=quick+clot&qid=1563852080&s=gateway&sr=8-2

also i keep these in my backpack.

https://www.amazon.com/Adventure-Medical-Kits-Advanced-Clotting/dp/B003BS2PW4/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=quick+clot&qid=1563852080&s=gateway&sr=8-6

https://www.amazon.com/Adventure-Medical-Kits-Advanced-Clotting/dp/B003BS2PW4/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=amk+trauma+kit&qid=1566259651&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Here is the kit, I have a couple of these, they work great in car glove boxes, backpacks, and occasionally in cargo pockets. Just a note, lots of Amazon reviewers indicate that this may have old QC in it, maybe best to buy in person.

You have 'hooks and fishing line' in food then 'needle and thread' in medical. Couldn't 'hook and line' do the same thing here? (It's a non-issue for me because I'd pass out if I tried to give myself stitches) So the one addition that I've added to every pack I have, the BoB, the car, the truck, hunting packs, etc. is Quickclot. That and duct tape will have to suffice for me in place of stitches.

Edit: This TraumaPack may be better. I use this one when I want to carry as little as possible.

Cigarettes, vodka, whiskey, antibiotics, pain relievers, sleep aid, quick clot bandages. Folks are telling you 'cash' but cash might be worthless in the right situation. Booze & smokes will always trade. Also, if you have the right firearms & you know what you're doing, you can just take what you need. (Sorry folks. I'm a nice guy but if the SHTF I'm taking your shit.)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003BS2PW4/ref=ya_st_dp_summary

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B003BS2PW4/

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GBMUANI/

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003BS2PW4/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Add an Israeli bandage and a maybe one or 2 more things and I think that would be a good setup. I have one of those kits and it is actually packed well and takes up a small amount of space

EDIT: When I got that Trauma Pack it was $19.99

For your medical kit, let me suggest a two parter -Trauma and Mama.

If you're going to need to make your way somewhere during a disaster event (natural, terrorist attack, civil unrest, etc.) you might find yourself or a loved one fall victim to a serious trauma injury. This could be anything from a bullet wound to falling and slicing your leg on rubble. A good small trauma kit could be the difference between life and death (assuming that your final destination has healthcare services). Here is a good light weight kit. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003BS2PW4/ref=pd_aw_sbs_1?pi=SY115

But hey, you might get lucky and that doosey of a fall you took left you with minor cuts. This is where you needed a Mama. This kit should have some antibiotic ointment and small wound cleaning supplies. You will want a few band aids of varying size and types. You will also want a few 4"x4" gauze pads and tape to get the bigger bobos. You want a few NSAIDs in there. Ibuprofen works the best for swelling, Tylenol works best for fever. Along with this you want to have an ace wrap, because a sprained ankle could add a lot of time to your 72 hour trip.

I hope this is bit informative when you go out looking for an aid kit. Remember, think about where you are going, how far it is, and what are some shity things that could likely happen. I know it's only a 72 hour bag, but make sure you can reasonably cover your bases.

Just saying, to properly apply a tourniquet, you want to at least be ~two inches above the wound, which is hard if it's higher up since there'll be no room to apply a proper tourniquet.

Plus you want a wide tourniquet if possible, so he doesn't lose his legs.

Or you could have used QuikClot.

i have this trauma kit in my car and one in my range bag.
http://www.amazon.com/Adventure-Medical-Kits-2064-0292-QuikClot/dp/B003BS2PW4/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1452875232&sr=8-1&keywords=trauma+kit

• this is for accidents or necessary medical attention for anyone (except if I shot someone)
  
  I also have a israeli bandage and a chest wound bandage set in my range bag.
  
  
• this is for me and those shooting with me. we shoot in random areas, not always at a range. it's un developed area with dumps and sharp items, so i come prepared if i can.
  
  ITS tactical has a EDC package for duty.
  
  https://store.itstactical.com/edc-slimline-pouch.html
  https://store.itstactical.com/its-edc-trauma-kit.html
  
  both would be needed for the belt adapters
  
  
• i've thought about this, but that would just add items to my EDC and print

I have this one, not sure if it is any good, but better than nothing Adventure Trauma Pack. Is there anything else I should add?

Everything he said plus this. Adventure Medical Kits Professional Trauma Pak Kit with QuikClot https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003BS2PW4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_je.LybZ4GP9GF

It’s pretty sweet! Obviously I’m playing airsoft, so it’ll likely never get used but who knows.

I opted to buy the empty kit and fill it myself. I read that this can be a bad idea because they really shove shit in there right with their kits. But it worked out. I ended up getting this trauma kit on Amazon and it fits perfect in there. You just have to really shove everything in there and pack it full for it to stay put on your belt.

This one is pricey, but small. About the size of two credit cards next to each other.

This one is cheaper, but bigger. It'll only fit in a cargo pocket. I bought two of these from Academy yesterday, along with some extra QuikClot gauze and two SOF-T tourniquets. I've got one set in the toolbox of my truck, and one in my backpack.

The use of hemostatic dressings does not require "extensive" training or a deep understanding of medicine.

> You rarely see them outside of the military for a reason.

Not even close to true. Many basic trauma first aid kits for hiking/sport in the wilderness include hemostatic dressing.

Ex.

www.amazon.com/Adventure-Medical-Kits-Trauma-QuikClot/dp/B003BS2PW4

I have seen this around for a few years now, and it blew up in 2017 when it got FDA approval, yet i have never seen one in real life, in a first responders kit, first aid kit, or anywhere else, usually i see These trauma packs in everyones gear.

do these suck or something? doctors or first responders want to explain why these just are not used?