In addition to typical first aid items, like bandages and antibiotic ointment, physicians at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center recommend the following travel items:
- Resealable plastic bag (use as a makeshift ice bag) or cold packs
- Children’s Tylenol / ibuprofen (with appropriate dosing information for your child's age and weight)
- Emergency contacts & phone numbers
- Antibacterial scrub or soap, used to clean small abrasions or cuts
- Electrical outlet covers
- Dramamine / Benadryl / Imodium
- Assorted Band-Aids
- Antibiotic ointment
- Ace bandages / gauze bandages
- Tweezers
- Sunblock / sunscreen
- Prescription medications
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Adhesive tape
- Triangular bandages
- Insect repellent
- Aloe vera gel
- Exam gloves (if possible)
- Barrier device for CPR