This is legitimately some of the best content I’ve seen on the subject. Very informative and concise. I’m sending it to all the officers on my shift. Thank you.
Something you’ll use the most in your IFAK are bandaids. Don’t forget that…,also don’t make the mistake of using your IFAK sharpie for other things cause it goes missing when you need it
@@cm2973 I keep it in my IFAK cause I have kids and many nieces and nephews I constantly watch. But I store it where it does get in the way of life saving gear.
@@cm2973 I keep it in my IFAK cause I have kids and watch many of my nieces/nephews. But I store it in a way it doesn’t get in the way of the life saving equipment. Although I see your point and agree a boo boo kit should be separate, I just don’t like carrying too much stuff on my person. But my work gear is strictly IFAK and the boo boo kit is it’s own separate bag.
Very good, looking at this through my eyes as a Medic in the military, FD Medic and an Air Medic on a helo. I thought your information and suggestions were great. GOOD JOB.
When I was a paramedic, the use of tourniquets was not even considered as a go to; quik-clot was out there but not in pre-hospital care. The suggestion that makes sense is to pre-stage the tourniquet so that it can be pulled over any of extremities. Thanks for the video.
Not that you need the adulation from me, but that is a very important video for all responsible people. I have not been in my IFAC in awhile, and this video compelled me to re-familiarize and re-organize mine. In the initial video when the assessment was being done of the man seated and propped against his truck: if the mechanism of injury and the initial assessment does not contraindicate it, one should consider lying the patient down to improve the hemodynamic efficiency to organs. GREAT VIDEO. Thank you, Drew.
The only thing I saw not quite right was the seated position of the patient. Lying him down and elevating his good leg could have possibly been lifesaving in conjunction with the applied tourniquet. I didn’t see any wound packing but perhaps the mucilage was such that it wasn’t indicated. Dean Instructor Medic Subscribed
I'm new to your channel but quickly a fan. Is this a correct statement? Most often it’s not the vehical heat that will deteriorate materials, but the UV rays instead. As long as you keep it in a pouch/out of direct sunlight, you’ll be fine. Thanks for sharing!
Great video, with a lot of small tips and tricks I haven‘t heard before, very knowledgeable. Thank you! But one genuie question here; during the first assessment and after putting the chest seal on the back, why not also check the front for a entry/exit wound? Just curious, maybe because there was no visible blood? Thanks again.
What does Paul mean at 9:13 "when we came up with these tourniquets" ?? Ted Westmoreland invented the CAT in 2002-03 with USSOCOM. Was Paul involved in that program? How old was he at that time?
Paul didn't mean it that way. He meant it as the collective medical field, the military and America. Much the same way those who were service members say "when we invaded Afghanistan." They may not have been there for the invasion, but years later when they joined they feel a part of the collective effort.
@@baersolutions Fair. Thanks for the excellent video on med kit! Though I will add one thing.. the chances of using an ifak (outside of combat/violent criminal LE) is low. Don't forget to have a "boo-boo" kit (quality band aids, bacitracin, maybe some dermabond, tweezers for splinters and ticks, etc.) as well.
In the intro, does it make more sense to call 911 before or after administering first aid? Or is it situation based depending on the state of the individual?
Mt guess, ternokat gauzz or gauzz like material, peroxide, alcohol, iodine, an impermeable plastic and good tape for sucking chest, some syringes to get air to the lungs, scissors, scalpel, forceps for preparing material and removing shrapnel, Tylenol and Ibuprofen. .... some simple bandaids are nice but I think the above is all you need unless you have medic training
The needle can be useful for more than decompressing though, a pick for shrapnel, easy way to apply anti-biotic evenly, plus there's car stuff and survival advantages them.
Are there any medics out there that got over the sight of blood? I don't get lightheaded and queezy everytime i see it but sometimes just thinking about blood will set me off, how do i get over that? I know its a nerve or something that gets pinched
Is this an INDIVIDUAL First Aid Kit or a First Aid Kit. If it is an IFAK, it is not meant to be used for anyone but you. That is why it is called INDIVIDUAL-FAK. If you're out hunting, hiking, etc., you need to have an IFAK so someone can treat you if they come across you in an injured state. I carry a more comprehensive FAK in the car that I'm willing to use on others, but my IFAK, it's for me. People need to take responsibility for themselves, if they don't value their life enough to carry their own IFAK, why should anyone else? We can not depend on the professionals First Responders, EMT, etc., to always be around.
The IFAK is supposed to be for other people to render aid TO YOU. Not for you to provide medical to THEM. While I'm not against providing aid to others, an IFAK isn't the proper tool.
This is legitimately some of the best content I’ve seen on the subject. Very informative and concise. I’m sending it to all the officers on my shift. Thank you.
Thanks man. We appreciate that.
Something you’ll use the most in your IFAK are bandaids. Don’t forget that…,also don’t make the mistake of using your IFAK sharpie for other things cause it goes missing when you need it
Please keep non-life saving items out of your IFAK. Boo boo kit separate
@@cm2973 be surprised how much bandaids were useful. And sharpie for things like writing T-times and marking other things that may come into play.
@@inFAIMous03 I wouldn't be. I'm saying put it elsewhere, not leave it at home.
@@cm2973 I keep it in my IFAK cause I have kids and many nieces and nephews I constantly watch. But I store it where it does get in the way of life saving gear.
@@cm2973 I keep it in my IFAK cause I have kids and watch many of my nieces/nephews. But I store it in a way it doesn’t get in the way of the life saving equipment. Although I see your point and agree a boo boo kit should be separate, I just don’t like carrying too much stuff on my person. But my work gear is strictly IFAK and the boo boo kit is it’s own separate bag.
Your video with Dirty Civilian was awesome! Great content and thank you for putting such valuable "lifesaving" information out there!
Very good, looking at this through my eyes as a Medic in the military, FD Medic and an Air Medic on a helo. I thought your information and suggestions were great. GOOD JOB.
Shame this gets so little views compared to the other firearms videos. A first aid kit will most likely save your life more than a gun ever will.
I work at a school and at camps where we go hiking. We all carry the fanny packs when we’re out on the trail with the kids. It makes a big difference!
When I was a paramedic, the use of tourniquets was not even considered as a go to; quik-clot was out there but not in pre-hospital care. The suggestion that makes sense is to pre-stage the tourniquet so that it can be pulled over any of extremities.
Thanks for the video.
Not that you need the adulation from me, but that is a very important video for all responsible people. I have not been in my IFAC in awhile, and this video compelled me to re-familiarize and re-organize mine. In the initial video when the assessment was being done of the man seated and propped against his truck: if the mechanism of injury and the initial assessment does not contraindicate it, one should consider lying the patient down to improve the hemodynamic efficiency to organs. GREAT VIDEO. Thank you, Drew.
Thank you much.
youre doing us patriots a favor by having good info available its a god send
I love the breakdown and the practical info. Excellent work!
Appreciate that Daniel
This video deserves much higher views
Love your work from India 👍👍
I took the FREC3 course at EUSECA.. Learned all of this that you talked on the video.Its always good to go thru these topics again. Great video
Thx for taking the time to do this; very good format, especially the short vid at the beginning. Great scenario!
European Shoulder Bag.
I'm liking some of the ratcheting tourniquets. If you have to stop to perform another task it doesn't loosen up.
The only thing I saw not quite right was the seated position of the patient. Lying him down and elevating his good leg could have possibly been lifesaving in conjunction with the applied tourniquet. I didn’t see any wound packing but perhaps the mucilage was such that it wasn’t indicated. Dean
Instructor Medic
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All of this reminded me that I need to get medical training. I can't even remember the last time I certified for CPR.
Good to hear man.
I'm new to your channel but quickly a fan. Is this a correct statement? Most often it’s not the vehical heat that will deteriorate materials, but the UV rays instead. As long as you keep it in a pouch/out of direct sunlight, you’ll be fine. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much for this video, I’ve been updating my kit and this definitely helped.
Thanks. I went by your guidelines just now while finally putting another kit together.
May I suggest the Milwaukee markers. They work when the sharpies fail.
Great video, with a lot of small tips and tricks I haven‘t heard before, very knowledgeable. Thank you! But one genuie question here; during the first assessment and after putting the chest seal on the back, why not also check the front for a entry/exit wound? Just curious, maybe because there was no visible blood? Thanks again.
He did check, but we edited the full blood sweep for time.
Great walkthrough and explanation
I’m interest in classes, do you do one in the Savannah, GA Area?
What was the first IFAK you guys went through? I definitely would like to check it out especially if you guys have an affiliate link.
What does Paul mean at 9:13 "when we came up with these tourniquets" ??
Ted Westmoreland invented the CAT in 2002-03 with USSOCOM. Was Paul involved in that program? How old was he at that time?
Paul didn't mean it that way. He meant it as the collective medical field, the military and America. Much the same way those who were service members say "when we invaded Afghanistan." They may not have been there for the invasion, but years later when they joined they feel a part of the collective effort.
@@baersolutions Fair. Thanks for the excellent video on med kit! Though I will add one thing.. the chances of using an ifak (outside of combat/violent criminal LE) is low. Don't forget to have a "boo-boo" kit (quality band aids, bacitracin, maybe some dermabond, tweezers for splinters and ticks, etc.) as well.
In the intro, does it make more sense to call 911 before or after administering first aid? Or is it situation based depending on the state of the individual?
I feel like when the clock is ticking, addressing the trauma is priority.
Time is life. If the environment is safe you want to initiate treatment as soon as possible.
What was that super flat blowout kit at 28:31?
For clotting how does a cpotting powder compare to a clotting gauze.
Isn’t the first thing you do when you roll up on an incident, to first make sure the area is secure for you to give aid?
where can you purchase the first 2 ifaks they look at?
This is a great video, thank you.
Anytime. Looking forward to getting Paul back out to do more med vids.
Great knowledge.
Mt guess, ternokat gauzz or gauzz like material, peroxide, alcohol, iodine, an impermeable plastic and good tape for sucking chest, some syringes to get air to the lungs, scissors, scalpel, forceps for preparing material and removing shrapnel, Tylenol and Ibuprofen. .... some simple bandaids are nice but I think the above is all you need unless you have medic training
I WAS RIGHT, except you pushing products (like chest seals, clear tape in emergency, tape over plastic if you can)
The emergency parkas are a good idea though.
The needle can be useful for more than decompressing though, a pick for shrapnel, easy way to apply anti-biotic evenly, plus there's car stuff and survival advantages them.
Are there any medics out there that got over the sight of blood? I don't get lightheaded and queezy everytime i see it but sometimes just thinking about blood will set me off, how do i get over that? I know its a nerve or something that gets pinched
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13:42 is why we keep coming back to Baer. 😂
Great video! Seeing it though what are the thoughts on latex gloves to add to your kit?
You can definitely add some, especially since they won't take up much room. Is it needed for an IFAK? Not necessarily.
Good stuff.
What you don’t cover is epipens, for people with allergic reactions to bees and so forth.
Great video
What a bunch of studs.
I know right? That Paul guy is so dreamy.
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Gloves 😉
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Also,if you find yourself s.out.of.luck. toilet paper is a great clotting material (not fun to redress, but can save a life)
Almost said kill card... 😂
Is this an INDIVIDUAL First Aid Kit or a First Aid Kit. If it is an IFAK, it is not meant to be used for anyone but you. That is why it is called INDIVIDUAL-FAK. If you're out hunting, hiking, etc., you need to have an IFAK so someone can treat you if they come across you in an injured state. I carry a more comprehensive FAK in the car that I'm willing to use on others, but my IFAK, it's for me. People need to take responsibility for themselves, if they don't value their life enough to carry their own IFAK, why should anyone else? We can not depend on the professionals First Responders, EMT, etc., to always be around.
The IFAK is supposed to be for other people to render aid TO YOU. Not for you to provide medical to THEM. While I'm not against providing aid to others, an IFAK isn't the proper tool.
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Don’t revive a DNR 😂 and if you do… remurk them.
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