It's wise to construct a small, portable first-aid kit to keep in the car or diaper bag.

What to Keep In a First-Aid Kit

With children around, it's important to keep a first-aid kit handy in case of an emergency. But what should go in it? Here are the essentials:

• Adhesive bandages and sterile gauze pads
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• First-aid tape (to secure the gauze)
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• A small scissors
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• A thermometer
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• Liquid acetaminophen
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• A bottle of rehydrating solution
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• Tweezers (for removing splinters)
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• Over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream
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• Antiseptic lotion or liquid