A Comprehensive Guide to Wilderness & Travel Medicine by Eric A. Weiss, M.D
Full of the most up-to-date information on wilderness and travel medicine, this indispensable book includes: "Weiss Advice" on improvised techniques; "When to Worry" tips; 97 illustrations; recommended prescription medications; and step-by-step guidelines for using the components of your kit.
Easy Care First Aid® System
First aid supplies are organized in injury-specific pockets to eliminate guesswork and ensure you use the right treatment quickly.
Find it Fast
Unique external kit map shows you where the supplies are located, while reflective mountain logo on front of bag makes it easy to spot in the dark when every moment counts.
Semi-Transparent, Secure Pockets
See-through pockets protect items from dirt and moisture while allowing for quick and easy access. Zippers prevent items from falling out when opening the kit or accessing it in a vertical environment.
Trapezoidal Bag for Added Room
Ingeniously designed in super-durable nylon with darting to provide extra space inside the kit for your own items.
Supplies to Stop Bleeding Fast
Trauma pad and elastic bandage to control life-threatening bleeding.
Pain and Illness Remedies
Hospital-Quality Tools
Professional tools, including EMT shears and precision forceps, and an easy to read thermometer ensure the most efficient and effective backcountry medical care.
CPR Administration Shield
A CPR face shield provides protection during mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Wound Care Supplies
Use the 20 cc. irrigation syringe with a 16-gauge plastic tip to clean wounds, closure strips to close wound edges, and tincture of benzoin to increase the adhesiveness of strips and tape.
Blister Management Tools
14 pre-cut and shaped moleskin pieces make it easy to treat hot spots and blisters and alcohol pads for removing the oils from skin for better adherence of tape and moleskin.
Size: 8.5" x 4" x 6.5" (21.6 x 10.2 x 16.5cm)
Weight: 1.4 lbs (0.6kg)
Group Size: 1 - 4 People
Trip Duration: 1 - 7 Days
**Please note: Items labelled Canada Only are not included
