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A basic first aid kit may contain:
plasters in a variety of different sizes and shapes.
small, medium and large sterile gauze dressings.
at least 2 sterile eye dressings.
triangular bandages.
crêpe rolled bandages.
safety pins.
disposable sterile gloves.
tweezers.
CONCLUSION: It is reasonable to conclude that the ultimate goal of the first
aid is neither to treat, nor to diagnose, but to stabilize the patient.