We have created a comprehensive chart on the ideal first aid kit components based on the use of your first aid kits for summer camps, trippers, and guides.
This list is created with the scope of practice of the user in mind, as well updated First Aid curriculums and expeierienced users in the camp fields consolation.
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On Site First Aid Kit |
Nursing Station |
Tripper First Aid Kit |
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EMERGENCY |
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Pocket Mask/Barrier Device |
Pocket Mask (1) |
Pocket Mask or Bag Valve Mask |
Barrier Device with Rigid One Way Valve + (1 on each guide) |
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Nitrile Gloves (Latex Free) |
3 pairs |
Box of 200 (Medium, Large)+ |
8 pairs in kit + (1-2 pair on guide) |
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Trauma Shears |
1 |
2+ |
1 +(1 on each guide) |
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Compress (Pressure bandage) |
1 |
10+ |
1 +(1 on each guide) |
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Emergency Blanket (Mylar) |
1 |
10+ |
1 |
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Oral Glucose Gel |
3 |
10 |
3 |
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Oral Pharyngeal Airway Set |
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1 optional |
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Oxygen Setup with Masks |
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1 optional |
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*Epi-Pen |
*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy (ideal 3+) |
*Based on camp policy (ideal 3+) |
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*Benadryl |
*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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*Salbutamol MDI Inhaler |
*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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On Site First Aid Kit |
Nursing Station |
Tripper First Aid Kit |
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MUSKULOSKELETAL |
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Moldable Aluminum Padded Splint (SAM Splint) |
1 |
4+ |
1 |
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Triangular Bandage |
3 |
12 |
4 |
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Elastic Wrap 3” |
1 |
12 |
2 |
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Cloth Tape 1” |
1 |
12 |
1 |
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Tongue Depressor |
2 |
100 |
2 |
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Cold Pack Instant |
2 |
10 |
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On Site First Aid Kit |
Nursing Station |
Tripper First Aid Kit |
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Dressings |
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Fabric Bandage ¾”x 3” |
20 |
100 |
10 |
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Knuckle Bandage Fabric |
10 |
100 |
10 |
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Finger Tip Bandage Fabric |
10 |
100 |
10 |
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Large Island Bandage 2”x3” |
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50 |
10 |
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Butterly Strips (Steri strips) |
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100 |
10 |
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Gauze Pads 4” Sterile |
5 |
100 |
5 |
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Gauze Pads 2” Sterile |
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100 |
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Non Adherent Pads 3”x4” |
5 |
100 |
5 |
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Abdominal (Combine) Pads |
1 |
20 |
1 |
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Roller Gauze 4” |
1 |
20 |
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Cohesive (Vet) Wrap 2” |
1 |
10 |
1 |
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Cohesive (Vet) Wrap 4” |
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10 |
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Clear Medical tape 1” |
1 |
10 |
1 |
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On Site First Aid Kit |
Nursing Station |
Tripper First Aid Kit |
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Wound Care |
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BZK Swabs |
10 |
100 |
10 |
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Alcohol Swabs |
10 |
200 |
10 |
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Irrigation syringe 35 ml with tip |
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10 |
1 |
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Kelly Clamp (Hemostat) |
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Scalpel and handle #10 |
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10 *based on camp policy |
1 *based on camp policy |
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Toothbrush |
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10 |
1 |
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Tweezers metal fine tip (forceps) |
1 |
10 |
1 |
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Irrigation Bag |
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20 |
1 |
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Green soap (camp suds) |
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4 |
1 |
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Hand Sanitizer |
1 |
4 |
1 |
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Garbage Bag |
1 |
100 |
1 |
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Epsom Salts |
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1 Bag |
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On Site First Aid Kit |
Nursing Station |
Tripper First Aid Kit |
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Personal Protective Equipment/ Cleaning/Hygiene |
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Nitrile Gloves (Non Latex) |
3 Pairs |
Box of 200 (Medium, Large) |
8 Pairs |
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N95 Face Mask |
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Box of 20 |
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Isolation Gown |
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10 |
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Safety Glasses |
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2 |
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Cavi Wipes (Disinfecting) |
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1 Package |
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Sun Screen |
1 |
5 |
1 |
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Bug Repellent |
1 |
5 |
1 |
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Emesis Bags |
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100 |
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Wash Basin |
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3 |
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Foot Basin |
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1 |
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Tooth brush |
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10 |
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Tooth Paste |
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10 |
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Green Soap (camp suds) |
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4 |
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Dental Floss |
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10 |
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Dental Wax |
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10 |
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Shop Towel |
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4 |
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Garbage Can with lid |
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1 |
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On Site First Aid Kit |
Nursing Station |
Tripper First Aid Kit |
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Survival/Hydration |
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Electrolyte Packet |
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20 |
1 |
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Lighter |
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2 |
1 |
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Water Purification Tabs |
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100 |
10 |
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Duct Tape |
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4 |
1 |
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Snack bars |
1 |
20 |
2 |
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Zip ties |
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20 |
10 |
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Paracord |
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1 |
1 |
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Candle |
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20 |
1 |
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Headlamp |
1 |
1 |
1 |
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Batteries |
As needed |
Spares for equipment/lighting |
Spares for equipment/lighting |
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On Site First Aid Kit |
Nursing Station |
Tripper First Aid Kit |
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Patient Transportation/ Communication |
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Portable Stretcher |
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1 |
1 (if feasible, could be improvised) |
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Spine Board, straps, head blocks |
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1 |
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Basket Litter, straps |
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1 |
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Blankets |
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3 |
Sleeping bags can be used |
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Tarp |
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1 |
1-2 (can be ground sheet, tent fly, or guide tarp) |
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Short range Radio |
1 |
1 |
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SPOT/ In-Reach Device |
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1 (depending on remoteness of camp/ to communicate with trippers) |
1 |
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Cell Phone |
*based on camp policy |
1 |
1 (waterproof casing ideal, perhaps battery pack as well) |
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On Site First Aid Kit |
Nursing Station |
Tripper First Aid Kit |
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ASSESSMENT |
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Watch |
1 |
1 |
1 |
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Thermometer |
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1 |
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Thermometer Probe Covers |
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100 |
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Stethoscope |
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1 |
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Blood Pressure Cuff |
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1 |
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Penlight |
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1 |
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Pulse Oximeter (Sp02) |
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1 (If using Oxygen) |
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Glucometer |
Maybe (If trained and diabetic campers) |
1 |
Maybe (If trained and diabetic campers) |
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On Site First Aid Kit |
Nursing Station |
Tripper First Aid Kit |
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DOCUMENTATION/REFERENCE |
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First Aid manual |
1 |
1 |
1 |
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First Aid Injury Form |
2 |
100 |
2+ |
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Pencil (Writes in all weather) |
1 |
10 |
1 |
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Permanent Marker (Writes in all weather) |
1 |
10 |
1 |
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Pen |
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10 |
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Policy Manual/ Protocols |
Maybe |
1 |
1 |
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PRESCRIPTION STOCK MEDICATIONS |
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Narcotic Pain Medication *Severe pain |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Antibiotics *Infection |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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On Site First Aid Kit |
Nursing Station |
Tripper First Aid Kit |
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MEDICATION |
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EMERGENCY MEDICATIONS |
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Epi-Pen (Adult/Junior) *Anaphylaxis |
*Based on camp policy |
3+ *Based on camp policy |
3+ *Based on camp policy |
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Epinephrine 1:1000 1 ml/amp 1 ml syringe 5/8” 25g Needle (for Epinephrine IM injection)*Anaphylaxis |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Ventolin (Salbutamol) Inhaler *Asthma |
*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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OVER THE COUNTER (OTC) MEDICATIONS |
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Benadryl (Diphenhydramine) *Allergic Reaction |
*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Aspirin (ASA) *Heart Attack |
*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Tylenol (Acetaminophen) *Headache/minor pain |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Ibuprofen (Advil) *Muscle Pain/Aches |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Pepto-Bismol *heartburn, indigestion, diarrhea, nausea, upset stomach |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Tums *Antaciid, heartburn |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Diarrhea Relief (Loperimide) *Antidiarrheal |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Gravol (Dimenhydrinate) *Nausea |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Afterbite/sting swabs *Itch Relief |
*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Lozenges *Sore throat |
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3+ packets |
1 packet |
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Colace (Docusate Sodium) *constipation/stool softener |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Senokot *Constipation, laxative |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Polysporin Eye/Ear Drops *External eye/ear infection |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Polysporin (Antibiotic cream) *Infection prevention cuts/scrapes |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Hydrocortisone Cream *Anti itch cream |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Canestan cream (Clotrimazole) *Anti fungal cream |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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Orajel (Benzocaine 20%) *Toothache |
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*Based on camp policy |
*Based on camp policy |
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