Boat Medic Waterproof First Aid Kit from MYMEDIC

The sun is out and it’s going to be one of those hot summer days. Time to head to the lake for a day on the boat. Grab the towels, sun screen, food, beverages, PFD’s and off you go. I’ve done this time and time again. And one thing I’ve neglected is having a useful medical kit onboard, until recently. MYMEDIC offers a wide range of specific medical kits. From Individual First Aid Kits like the previously reviewed Solo Kit to the Boat Medic. Housed in a waterproof, dust-proof, sink-proof hard shell case, the Boat Medic is guaranteed to protect against the perils of the boating environment.

“A waterproof and rugged first aid kit equipped with life-saving supplies for your boat or any adventure.”~mymedic.com

Inside the Boat Medic, you’ll find a comprehensive list of medical supplies. Hand-picked by first responders and medical professionals, this kit is very well thought out. The contents are broken down by category and color coded in sealed packages for easy identification. For example, the catagory, “Bleed” is color coded in red. Red items include; Gauze Mod, Superskin Bandage Assorted Pack, Rapid tourniquet, Emergency Pressure Bandage and QuikClot Pack. Inside the Superskin Bandage Pack, you’ll find; 6 1×3 SuperSkin Bandages, 3 2×4 SuperSkin Bandages and 3 Fingertip SuperSkin Bandages. This organization continues through all categories.

Boat Medic Catagory Break Down:

• Bleed – Red:
  • Gauze Mod: 2 3×4 Non-Adherent Pad, 3 2×2 Non-Adherent Pad, 2 2×2 Gauze Pad, 2 4×4 Gauze Pad, 1 2 Gauze Roll, 1 3 Gauze Roll
  • Superskin Bandage Assorted Pack: 6 1×3 SuperSkin Bandages, 3 2×4 SuperSkin Bandages and 3 Fingertip SuperSkin Bandages
  • Rapid tourniquet: Easy use tourniquet to stop arterial bleeding
  • Emergency Pressure Bandage: Compact trauma dressing to treat serious bleeding
  • QuikClot Pack: Hemostatic dressing to control traumatic bleeding
• Burn – Orange:
  • Burn Mod: 4 Burn Gel Packets, 1 4×4 Burnshield
• Medication – Yellow:
  • Med Mod: 4 Ibuprofen, 2 APAP, 2 Aspirin, 2 Diotame, 2 Dramamine, 2 Diphen, 2 Diamode, 2 Decorel Forte
  • Upset Stomach MedPack: 1 Barf Bag, 1 Diamode, 1 Diotame, 1 Medi-Meclizine, 1 Mint, 1 Hand Wipe
• Sport & Outdoor – Green:
  • Blister Mod: 3 Pieces of SuperSkin Blister Tape
  • Light Stick: Glow in the dark stick, illuminating up to 30 hours. Single use only
  • 2 Space Blanket: Thermal insulation blanket designed to reflect 90% of body heat
• Topical – Teal:
  • Treatment & Relief Mod: 3 Triple Antibiotic Ointment Packets, 2 Lip Balm Packets, 2 Sunscreen Packets, 2 Sting Relief Wipes, 1 White Petrolatum Packet, 2 Hydrocortisone Packets, 2 Oral Pain Relief Packets, 1 Ammonia Towelette, 1 Friction Frosting (Chamois Butter)
  • Clean & Prep Mod: 4 Antiseptic Wipes, 4 Hand Sanitizer, Iodine Prep Pad
  • Superwash: Saline wash for irrigating wounds or eyes
• Airway – Lt. Blue:
  • 2 Chest Seals: Treats penetrating injuries to the chest with one-way valve to prevent pneumothorax
  • CPR Shield: Creates barrier to prevent transmission of disease when performing CPR
• Hydration – Blue:
  • Hydration Mod: 2 KoKos Hydration Packets, 2 Water Purification Tablets
• Sprain & Fracture – Purple:
  • Small Cold Pack: Rapidly activated, disposable chemical ice pack used to relieve pain and reduce swelling
  • Flat Splint: Splint used to support a broken bone
  • Sprain & Fracture Mod: 1 Finger Splint, 1 2″ x 15′ Sensi Wrap, 1 Triangular Bandage, 1 2″ x 15′ Elastic Bandage
• Tools & Devices – Black:
  • 2 disposable pairs of gloves
  • Large EMT Shears: Scissors used to quickly and safely cut clothing from injured people. 7.5
  • Cloth Surgical Tape
  • Tool Mod: 1 Penlight, 1 Tweezer, 1 Thermometer, 5 Thermometer Sheaths, 1 Whistle
  • Mini Wound Closure Mod: 1 Pack of 3 Secure Strips, 1 Tube of Liquid Skin
  • ZZIPS Kit: 2 ZZIPS Devices, 1 Instruction for Use

Hopefully I’ll never need to use this kit on my family. But having it onboard is good peace of mind. The durable case affords the user multiple uses outside of the boating environment. One could throw it in the truck should your adventure shift gears. What I like about the Boat Medic is that there is additional room inside the case. Enough room for me to add an epi-pen and a few additional items I like to have on-hand. Plus, you can order replacement or additional Mod’s directly from MYMEDIC.

Most people don’t realize how dangerous oceans, lakes, rivers and boats can be. Often times, not until it’s too late. Being prepared while on a boat is more than just packing live vests for all souls onboard. It’s having reliable communications to shore. Knowledge of the current and forecast weather in your area. And the ability to treat common as well as serious injuries while afloat. More often than not, you’ll probably come upon an accident involving others. Having the proper medical gear onboard like the Boat Medic could save someones life. But most importantly, having the training to use this kit is paramount.

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