We’ve all been there, whether it’s a quick trip to the grocery store, your local Mazda dealer, or a road trip across the states; something’s happened. The question is, do you have a car first aid kit? Are you prepared?
1. First Aid Kit Essential Items
- Adhesive bandaids
- Gauze
- Antibiotic ointment
- Adhesive tape
- Antiseptic and hydrocortisone cream for skin inflammation and rashes
- Antihistamines
- Antiseptic wipes or hand sanitizer
- Aspirin, Ibuprofen, or other pain-relieving medication
- Aloe Vera
- Sunscreen
- Insect bite relief
- Cotton balls
- Vaseline
- A digital thermometer
- Tweezers
2. Items for Children
These items are all easy to find for adults, however, if you have children in your family it’s important to obtain child-safe versions as well. Ensure that medications you have packed are child safe and that you have a way to administer them. Consider writing your children’s names and their ages on a sticker and placing it on their car seats. This way if you’re unable to answer EMS will still have the information.
3. Bigger Emergencies
It would be nice if in life all we needed were bandaids and sunscreen, however, for those bigger emergencies your first aid kit is going to have to get a little bigger. You should plan on obtaining hot and cold packs, an epi-pen, plastic bags, synthetic gloves, and especially a CPR mask.
4. Knowledge
While some first aid items are easy to use with common sense, others aren’t. Keep an easy-to-understand manual with your first aid kit. One with pictures is a great option! Write down the names and numbers of your doctors and pediatricians in an easy-to-reach area as well as your emergency contacts.
5. Optional Items
Now we get down to the nitty-gritty, your family and their needs.
- Personal items
- Flashlights
- Blankets
- Diapers or bottles
- Snacks – non-perishable
- Extra socks
6. Storage
Great! You have the kit, now what do you do with it? A box with sections works wonders and is easier to use than a bag. Ensure it’s easy to access and can’t be crushed.
7. Mazda Dealer Promise
Accidents can happen anywhere at any time to anyone and that’s why your dealer should work hard to ensure that you have the best safety tips you need to ensure your family’s safety. At Flood Mazda, you are backed with the Flood Advantage Plan, including but not limited to:
- Free key replacement
- Free dent repair
- Service discounts
- Free windshield repair
- Free service loaners
- Complimentary wash and vacuum
- 3 day or 300-mile exchange program/total confidence policy
- Free pickup and delivery for your vehicle
- Climate controlled drive-thru garage with valet parking
Keep us in your back pocket so that we are there to help when accidents happen.
No matter the situation a first aid kit can be there to help you out when you need it. Visit us at Flood Mazda of Wakefield today to get the perfect car to go with your new and improved first aid kit!
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