DISCLAIMER: These posts contain hints, tips and ideas from folks that have had some experiences dealing with this. It is NOT meant to be medical advice here - just related experiences. Please consult with a reputable professional if necessary. Date: Fri, 24 Jul 1998 12:17:35 -0400 From: Amanda Trayes To: equinerescue@MyList.net Subject: EQ-ResQ: Re: Basic med supplies I am putting together a medical supply chest for my barn. In your opinion, what sorts of basic medical supplies should every stable have? You can e-mail me privately if you wish. Thanks. Amanda ============================================================ From: "SUZAN M CARMICHAEL" To: , "Amanda Trayes" Subject: Re: EQ-ResQ: Re: Basic med supplies Date: Fri, 24 Jul 1998 13:52:36 -0400 > I am putting together a medical supply chest for my barn. In your > opinion, what sorts of basic medical supplies should every stable have? Would basic medical supplies be a proper topic of discussion for one of the classes? I know with several people starting their own rescues, it might be very informative to have everyones opinions on what might be needed to have on hand in case an injuried or sick horse came in unexpected. I know I would like to make sure I have what might be needed if such an emergency arises. What do you think Pat? Suzan Carmichael Twin Oaks Farm Lugoff, South Carolina ============================================================ Date: Fri, 24 Jul 1998 11:09:23 -0700 To: equinerescue@MyList.net, Amanda Trayes From: Mike Dodge Subject: Re: EQ-ResQ: Re: Basic med supplies At 12:17 PM 7/24/98 -0400, you wrote: >I am putting together a medical supply chest for my barn. In your >opinion, what sorts of basic medical supplies should every stable have? Amanda, We keep a fairly extensive first aid kit. In addition one of our volunteers was a medic in Viet Nam and is now a nurse and keeps his own travel bag. Adhesive Tape vet wrap 4 x 4 gauze pads compression bandages(to stop bleeding) furozone iodine Blue Coat(spray on antiseptic) Banamine(prescription only for colic) 22 ga needles 18 ga needles 35 cc syringes 10 cc syringes alcolhol cotton ball q-tips scissors large cotton batting(for leg injuries) gauze Bute stethoscope thermometer Pen-G(non-prescription but must be refrigerated) medicine boot epsom salts surgical needle and dissolvable suture thread(if medically qualified) lidocaine(local anithestic-prescription only) mineral oil(for colic) SMZ(antibiotic broad based but good for upper respitory infections-prescription only)) duct tape Beta-dyne or surgical scrub clean towels jar of applesauce or maple syrup for administering bute electric coffee mill for powdering bute roll of paper towels eye wash opthalmic ointment hydrogen peroxide 35 cc syringe with flushing tip Swat(clear for keeping off flys) Refrigerator(small) frozen cold packs(like the ones you get with drug shipments) Equine first aid book Jar of Vicks(for scrapes to prevent the haor coming in a different color or for preventing a stallion from smelling mares in heat) I've probably forgotten something but this will give you a good start on handling emergencies until the vet arrives. Stuff like the lidocaine and surgical needles don't worry about unless you have a qualified medical tech with you. If you do have a tech or nurse available, it can sure save on vet calls for those minor cuts that do need stitching. Chris And Mike Dodge,Founders H.O.R.S.E. Rescue and Sanctuary,Inc. http://www.geocities.com/rainforest/1080 ICQ #6714413 "if all the beasts were gone, man would die from loneliness, for whatever happens to the beast, happens to the man" ============================================================ Date: Fri, 24 Jul 1998 11:36:12 -0700 To: equinerescue@MyList.net, "SUZAN M CARMICHAEL" From: Pat Calloway At 01:52 PM 7/24/98 -0400, SUZAN M CARMICHAEL wrote: > >Would basic medical supplies be a proper topic of discussion for one of the >classes? >I know with several people starting their own rescues, it might be very >informative to have everyones opinions on what might be needed to have on >hand in case an injuried or sick horse came in unexpected. I know I would >like to make sure I have what might be needed if such an emergency arises. >What do you think Pat? > > Probably in conjunction with one of the other topics. We're looking at doing some on rehabbing abused/neglected horses. You guys are already doing a good job discussing the basic med supplies anyway. I can save it and make an FAQ file out of the ensuing discussion. ============================================================ From: "Douglas L. Peters" To: , "Amanda Trayes" Subject: EQ-ResQ: Basic med supplies Date: Fri, 24 Jul 1998 18:19:24 -0700 The United States Pony Club Manual of Horsemanship (C-Level) provides the following list. "-------------FIRST AID KIT----------------------" --absorbent cotton --gauze roll, stretch type, at least two inches wide --crepe bandage (vetwrap or similar type) --sterile non-stick gauze dressings, 4 by 4 inches --sterile gauze "sponges" (smaller squares for cleaning wounds) --adhesive tape, at least one inch wide --pressure pads (non-deodorant-type sanitary napkins work well) --bandage scissors (with blunt ends, capable of cutting bandages) --saline solution or bottled water for cleaning wounds --Betadine, Phisohex, or antibacterial soap for cleaning wounds --wound dressing(Nitrafurazone or antibiotic ointment or powder, or wound dressing recommended by your veterinarian) --veterinary thermometer (with string and clip) --Vaseline --rubbing alcohol --liniment or body wash --four leg bandages and four leg pads (or sheet cotton) --bandage pins and masking tape --notebook and pencil A plastic picnic cooler or a large plastic with a snap-on lid makes a good container for a first aid kit and keeps the items inside clean. Make sure to keep the expiration dates on medications up to date." I find the Pony Club manuals to be about the most comprehensive informational horse books in existence. Nicole ============================================================ From: "Bill Adams" To: , "Amanda Trayes" Subject: RE: EQ-ResQ: Re: Basic med supplies Date: Sat, 25 Jul 1998 14:41:46 -0400 Actually, I'd like to see this as well, so if anyone would like to post to the list or copy me in on your replies, I'd be most grateful. Here are some of the things I would always have on hand when I had my horses: Hydrogen peroxide Alcohol Syringes and needles Combiotic Furacin Swat Bandages Clean cloths (for cleaning out wounds, if needed) Pretty basic stuff, but I guess I was always lucky that nobody managed to get into any really bad situations. I had one mare colic, one mare tie up, a third mare who sliced herself open just above the left eye and other than that it was just basic scrapes and little cuts. Not too bad considering I had 8 horses at one point. I'd appreciate the other suggestions. Thanks! Elizabeth Adams Lexington KY ============================================================