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What is the difference between a bandage and a dressing?
A dressing covers a wound, while a bandage can secure the dressing or support an injured area. Some bandages can also be used as a pad or sling.
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Stock and supplies
Practical help with choosing supplies, storing kits and keeping them ready to use.
Stock and supplies
How do you organise a kit so items are easy to find?
Group supplies by use, keep sterile items sealed and put the kit somewhere adults can find quickly. A simple contents list helps you spot what needs replacing.
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What should you do with damaged or opened sterile supplies?
An opened or damaged sterile wrapper cannot be relied on to protect its contents. Set the item aside and replace it with an intact pack.
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Which gloves belong in a first aid kit?
Disposable examination gloves belong in a first aid kit. Learn how to store unused gloves, why an open dispenser is not a broken sterile wrapper, and how the workplace example differs from a home kit.
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Do first aid supplies expire?
First aid items can have different expiry dates. Check each product, follow its storage directions and replace supplies that are expired or no longer in good condition.