Beyond bandages, a comprehensive medical kit and essential tools are vital for long-term survival.
- Medical Supplies:
- Disinfectant: Alcohol Tincture, Iodine Tincture, or Disinfectant Spray. Essential for cleaning wounds and preventing infection.
- Pain Killers: Codeine, Morphine Auto-Injector. Relieve pain from injuries.
- Antibiotics: Tetracycline, Amoxicillin. Treat various illnesses like cholera, salmonella, and wound infections.
- Saline Bag/IV Start Kit: Restores blood and hydration.
- Blood Bag/IV Start Kit: Restores blood (must match blood type).
- Splint: Crafted with two short sticks and rags. Treats broken bones.
- Tools:
- Can Opener: Opens canned goods without damaging them.
- Sharpening Stone: Repairs knives and axes.
- Duct Tape: Repairs various items, including clothing and some weapons.
- Pliers: Used for base building and repairing some items.
- Shovel/Pickaxe: Digging up stashes, base building.
Strategy: Hospitals, clinics, and police stations are prime locations for medical loot. Industrial areas and sheds often yield tools. Always carry a basic set of medical items.