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Alcohol Free Cleansing Wipes - antiseptic wipe for cleaning wounds

Biohazard - a biological substance that is a potential health hazard
Bloodstopper Dressing -  pressure pad to stop flow of blood

B
lue Detectable Plasters -
electro-magnetically and visually detectable
Blue Detectable Tape -
electro-magnetically and visually detectable
Blue Fingerstalls - electro-magnetically and visually detectable

Cold Pack - gives relief to muscular discomfort
Cool Patches -
gives relief to muscular discomfort
C
repe Bandage - stretches, 100% cotton - general uses

C
onforming/Cohesive Bandage -sticks together, mainly used for dressing retention and support

Eye Pad (sterile) - can be used after irrigating with eye wash
Eye Wash - sodium chloride and purified water
E
ye Wash Pod
- contains 20ml of eye wash solution for irrigation

Fire Blanket - to extinguish a cooking oil fire
F
oam Based Dressing -
Burnshield
F
oil Blanket -
keeps the patient warm and dry

Heat Patches - provides reieif for muscular injuries
H
ydrogel Burn Blot - cools, soothes and prevents infection

Latex Gloves - reduces risk of infection to both first aider and patient

Low Adherent Dressing - has a perforated film surface which prevents the pad from sticking to the wound

Melolin - has 3 layers - low adherent perforated film, highly absorbent pad, hydrophobic backing
M
icroporous Tape -
hypo-allergenic permeable tape used for securing dressings

Nitrile Gloves - reduces risk of infection, harder wearing than vinyl or latex

Resusciade - used to protect first aider when resuscitating

Skin Coolant - gives immediate relief from paid
S
terile Dressing -
helps to reduce the risk of infection
S
terile Eye Pad -
used after irrigation helps to prevent infection

Triangular Bandage - can be used to support an injured arm
T
ubular Grip Bandage - elasticated, does not lose grip, ideal for muscular injuries
Tubular Gauze Bandage - secures wound dressings

Vinyl Disposable Gloves - to be used to protect first aider from cross contamination