9:18 & at 21:04...The Emergency Trauma Dressings (ETD) are actually pressure dressings not compressed gauze. They are used after packing a wound that presents with uncontrolled bleeding. These dressings are designed to replace the pressure that you would be applying with your hand on initial contact.
Excellent Points: Hemorrhage control is about pressure NOT absorption Goal is stabilization NOT treatment Sterility is secondary to stabilization Glucose - Too much okay, Too little deadly I think it could use a little more clarification of pulse as an indicator of hypovolemia and perhaps clear indications for the use of a nasal airway. As always, pragmatic and useful!
I absolutely loved this video when it came out and I immediately put together the same kit with the items I already had. Just today, I re-watched this video as a means to go through my kit to get re-acquainted with the contents, examine the integrity, and look for anything missing. My nasopharyngeal airway was discolored/damaged due to a broken package - will be ordering a new one. Check the batteries in the pulse-oximeter. Checked the ink to the black sharpie for the CAT tourniquet. I will be adding more 5x7 ABD dressings to the trauma section, as well as a second mylar blanket, and add a rite-in-the-rain notepad and space pen to the admin pouch. My disposable penlight (for checking pupil reaction) was dim and will be replacing it and also adding a small flashlight. I also checked the expiration dates to the OTC meds - most need to be replaced and noted there is plenty of room to add different meds. I can't say enough good things on how Chris and Michael put together this kit. As a former EMT, I can really appreciate the emphasis on organization and stocking the proper quantity of items. My deepest respect guys.
Great overview! Will check mine to align a bit with this list. Cannot stress to get trained enough! As someone who has led hikes into the backcountry and trained others for wilderness survival look into Wilderness First Responder training or even Red Cross Wilderness First Aid training.
Thanks, Chris and Michael for all the time you put into putting the 3 in 1 med kit together. It’s a great asset for everyone around when out adventuring. OB 23530
These are great videos and very relevant. I am pretty new to overlading, and I am very iteresseted in your community, the discounts on gear....and much more.... However I live in Denmark (europe) - would I be able to buy gear like the trauma kit, or is that only possible within the US?
Great Video! I'm sure helpful to all. Love the modularity. I'm curious what the Wilderness Medicine Book is you recommended as I've wanted to get one for some friends kits.
Thanks! Very helpful. I keep a kit in my Jeep, but I run into things expiring. I need to get the kit out and redo it every year. The question I have is What do you recommend to find a local source that teaches CPR and basic training for a kit like that?
Is there space for me to leave one of the cot face masks out and put In a pocket bvm instead. I’m also training in emergency crocothyroidotomy, so could I put a cric kit in there. And then also do better airways maybe a mini intubation roll
As a nurse 26 years plus emt training this is honestly the best video I’ve seen on this…Thank you so much ❤
9:18 & at 21:04...The Emergency Trauma Dressings (ETD) are actually pressure dressings not compressed gauze. They are used after packing a wound that presents with uncontrolled bleeding. These dressings are designed to replace the pressure that you would be applying with your hand on initial contact.
Correct! Realized I misspoke after the video was released 🙄
Excellent Points:
Hemorrhage control is about pressure NOT absorption
Goal is stabilization NOT treatment
Sterility is secondary to stabilization
Glucose - Too much okay, Too little deadly
I think it could use a little more clarification of pulse as an indicator of hypovolemia and perhaps clear indications for the use of a nasal airway.
As always, pragmatic and useful!
Excellent. Perhaps glucose tablets & maybe 1/2 size cola. Really
I absolutely loved this video when it came out and I immediately put together the same kit with the items I already had. Just today, I re-watched this video as a means to go through my kit to get re-acquainted with the contents, examine the integrity, and look for anything missing. My nasopharyngeal airway was discolored/damaged due to a broken package - will be ordering a new one. Check the batteries in the pulse-oximeter. Checked the ink to the black sharpie for the CAT tourniquet. I will be adding more 5x7 ABD dressings to the trauma section, as well as a second mylar blanket, and add a rite-in-the-rain notepad and space pen to the admin pouch. My disposable penlight (for checking pupil reaction) was dim and will be replacing it and also adding a small flashlight. I also checked the expiration dates to the OTC meds - most need to be replaced and noted there is plenty of room to add different meds. I can't say enough good things on how Chris and Michael put together this kit. As a former EMT, I can really appreciate the emphasis on organization and stocking the proper quantity of items. My deepest respect guys.
Finally! THANK YOU 🙏🏻 👍😊 I have taken first aid courses many times, but I needed this organizational guidance. Cheers.
I added Hello Kitty Band Aid Brand for those big guys with booboos.
Essential. 😂
Great overview! Will check mine to align a bit with this list. Cannot stress to get trained enough! As someone who has led hikes into the backcountry and trained others for wilderness survival look into Wilderness First Responder training or even Red Cross Wilderness First Aid training.
Thanks, Chris and Michael for all the time you put into putting the 3 in 1 med kit together. It’s a great asset for everyone around when out adventuring.
OB 23530
Thank you very much for this video. Now I can reorganize it.
Thank you! Great instructions and I’ll be able to double-check my kit against this!
what timing... the wife and i were in search of a comprehensive kit and this meets that. Thank you. 24787
These are great videos and very relevant. I am pretty new to overlading, and I am very iteresseted in your community, the discounts on gear....and much more.... However I live in Denmark (europe) - would I be able to buy gear like the trauma kit, or is that only possible within the US?
great video - building out my vehicle first aid kit now!
Very much needed , im not the most organized so this defiantly helped me.
Thanks for the info, looks like i may need to add some things to my kit.
Great Video! I'm sure helpful to all. Love the modularity. I'm curious what the Wilderness Medicine Book is you recommended as I've wanted to get one for some friends kits.
As a retired trauma PA ,I would recommend adding trauma dressings to the kit.OB#20432
As it is sold out is there a way you could give a link to the bag? or something similar?
One thing to mention if they have a head trauma, don't use the NPA.
Was scrolling looking to see if anyone mentioned this!
Thanks! Very helpful. I keep a kit in my Jeep, but I run into things expiring. I need to get the kit out and redo it every year.
The question I have is What do you recommend to find a local source that teaches CPR and basic training for a kit like that?
Try an ambulance company, I just got my emt from a local ambulance company
Is there space for me to leave one of the cot face masks out and put In a pocket bvm instead. I’m also training in emergency crocothyroidotomy, so could I put a cric kit in there. And then also do better airways maybe a mini intubation roll
Yup!
great information. Thanks gents!
Am I able to order and have it delivered internationally?
He mentions his own videos on Trauma and more. Can we get a link ?
My videos are all on the Overland Bound TH-cam channel.
Where and how do we buy this kit?
go to Overland Bound store then click on med kit.
Finally 🙌🏼
Can I buy this on my HSA CARD
Absolutely, contact the Staff at Overland Bound and they will get you squared away