ACT Ranger First Aid Kit

[@braedongreen5181]

Hey PrepMedic, I am enrolling in my EMT course and your videos are helping me keep my eyes on the prize and helping me understand what paramedics carry daily, I have talked and wanted this for years but finally have found the means to chase my dreams, thank you for the awesome content!

[@daven953]

Great review. I just bought 2 of that perticular packs under a different name. And now you gave me some good tips on filling them. Big thanks.

[@matthewtaylor3301]

Ive had the Condor Rip Away pouch for about six years now. Used it in the Marine Corps. Thing is still going strong and has been to hell and back

[@denmanfite3156]

Gear queers after reading your comment: "CONDOR REEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE"

[@mikeguy9668]

Mines been goin on 8 years now to. I have no issue with condor

[@robbabcock_]

I don't mind the expense when the quality is there. Lots of good stuff in that kit! The headlamp is actually a great one, nice touch!

[@ninjagaming2036]

Just got my chest decompression needle after going through the combat life saver class at my unit. I definitely should get this for my kit 👌

[@leehart9055]

I would get rid of one of the presure dressings and replace it with some 4x4 gauze pads and some 4 inch gauze rolls,( not all wounds require a pressure dressing) a couple of triangle bandages and a cpr face shield.

[@PrepMedic]

I agree

[@ThePreparedNorseman]

Totally agree on the CAT missing, also one thing I really would like to see is an eye shield considering how extensive this kit is. And a cpr face shield would be nice. Thanks for sharing!

[@PrepMedic]

Yeah a cpr mask would be good to have.

[@benslauenwhite4337]

After hearing Sam’s opinion on the tourniquet selection, I think the only reason why there is a swat t and and not a cat is because of cost. To keep the kit a decent kit and still keep costs low they compensate on things like the tourniquet so they can include things like a petzl headlamp

[@ThePreparedNorseman]

@@benslauenwhite4337 An esmach bandage for a main tourniquet is really only defensible if you are guaranteed buddy aid, in my opinion. A triangular bandage with a stick for windlass is easier to apply one handed to your leg than a swat-t.

[@benslauenwhite4337]

The Prepared Norseman I would agree with you in that

[@leehart9055]

I would leave the glasses in th eplastic wrap. Only cause th eprotective wrap can keep the glasses from getting scrathed

[@johncostello]

I've a couple of "non-brand" pouches the same as this and I can tell you from experience that with mine which is as stuffed as the one on review that it doesn't stay attached to the backing plate when mobile. It'll stay attached all day long when static but one you start travelling it works itself loose. Good run through on the contents. I'd definitely leave the glasses in the plastic to prevent scratching of the lens. Add a tic removal tweezers as I've found they nicely double for splinter removal too. I use the really sharp curved ones from Lifesystems. They are really cheap which means no big deal to replace.

[@PrepMedic]

John Costello I think the nylon retaining strap should help with that coming loose.

[@johncostello]

@@PrepMedic It certainly stops mine from bouncing around!

[@toryknotts8026]

A few things I'd add or change : Replace the flimsy emergency blanket with one from Adventure medical kits- theirs are much nicer Replace the 8 by 10 pressure dressing with Tac Meds blast bandage Replace one quick clot with a flat folded OLEATS hemostatic bandage Add North American Rescue's XL sterile burn Cravat, as it doubles as a triangular bandage Add Tac Meds RISE ( Rigid Immobilization System for Extremities) splint, as it's smaller than a SAM and it doubles as a pelvic binder. A CPR face mask A eye shield A Gerber Strap cutter.

[@nickhinman6429]

Great video. I store my cat, sharpie, shears, and pen light on the outside saving room for more bandage on inside. However I can see how keeping those in the pack would help to keep them together.

[@painkillerems663]

Outstanding as always.

[@PrepMedic]

Thank you sir!

[@hoggif]

That so looks the larger Condor pouch. I have one. I have no stitching coming out. I agree that at the size it is on the heavy side for a battle belt but on the other hand I find smaller Condor too small for stuff I carry. For heavy use it may be ok but a more casual stuff you often need at the range (like tiny bandages and tweezers to get splinter out of a finger and wilderless stuff) make the kit larger and smaller Condor is too small for my kit. Larger one has lot of empty space to spare with the stuff I have in it though. I guess my kit is 90% similar to that one (but with CAT, tweezers and a small magnifier for those nasty splinters :)

[@PrepMedic]

It would be nice if there was something in the middle.

[@Soupcan13]

Dang not too shabby... They crammed a ton of stuff in there. I agree with the tourniquet swap

[@aarphi1984]

Entire video on EMT applications for duct tape coming up?

[@bebop_557]

I carry a Condor pack on my duty belt, small of back. Both my handcuff pouches are positioned behind me and the pack is just wide enough to fit in between them so I don't find it sliding around too much. All the neat features make up for it, like you said, but with how my duty belt is set up I don't find it too inconvenient.

[@noellelavenza494]

Looking at the vendor's page, it looks like a compression bandage was removed, a new tourniquet was added, and the QuikClot was changed to two options, Celox Rapid or QuikClot Combat. Seems like they took some of your advice!

[@brettstokes9730]

I love love love your videos but the one opinion I have that differs is the burn gels (especially with lidocaine) are wonderful for 2nd and 1st degree burns. Where you have 3rd and 4th degree burns you typically have associated burns.

[@aelsav]

You're awesome buddy You're videos help a lot Keep it up

[@PrepMedic]

Thank you!

[@katiem7109]

can you do a video on how to properly/effectively wrap an ankle

[@Friikki111]

Problem with many of these kits for a civilian carry is, the shelf life of many products is quite short.

[@dtreece22]

The only expiration I’d adhere to is the hemostatic besides that as a civilian Your state health department isn’t going to punish you for having expired items. Lol

[@PrepMedic]

Most of these are actually ok. Quick clot is 5 years and a lot of the other stuff will last just as long. The chest seals and meds are the big ones that need replacing.

[@smurflasker7444]

Hi Sam, love ur channel I wait the entire week just for your uploads. Question is there a place I can purchase just the ouch pouch u mention in this weeks video?

[@PrepMedic]

I don't think he sells it on it's own... I know you you can get most of the components from Live the Creeds website.

[@EBMisKing]

Just a quick topic idea: what is the similarities/differences between a Firefighter/Paramedic on a scene with a patient, or a paramedic from a contracted agency such as AMR. As in who does what etc. Also your channel is my absolute favorite! Been here since 600 subs! Keep up the great work!

[@PrepMedic]

Thank you brother! May do a role video in the future.

[@EBMisKing]

PrepMedic thank you! Keep up the amazing content and stay safe! You’re an inspiration

[@neburnynhs9394]

FF/P is usually on scene first. Most county FD will have their own bags, gear, monitors, etc and will start treatment before the AMR medics show up. Once AMR arrives, the pt is usually loaded up and further assessed since the FD can't transport without an Ambulance (seeing as most FDs don't have a rig) and also continues to treat. A paramedic is a paramedic is a paramedic, however some will say that the FF/P may have less clinical knowledge than the AMR medic since the FF/P also has to work as a Firefighter and remember all of that. In my opinion and experience, the FF/P is usually pretty good at getting the initial ALS ABC stuff taken care (IV starts, breathing TXs, o2 administration, maybe an EKG) so that the patient is somewhat stabilized before being handed off for transport. Once they're in the back of the rig, though, the AMR medic will reassess all treatments and initiate other treatments as well as making the transport decision and monitoring the patient en route while contacting the hospital MICN. This is in my experience at least. Some counties and states vary as well and some individual FF/P and AMR medics aren't the best, but that's with any job. You'll always have your know-it-alls and your slackers.

[@maxM38383]

I've had this for about 3 years as a car kit and it only saw very light occasional use in non-emergencies and the zipper on it broke and now it doesn't fully close when I zipper it up.

[@octane7673]

Hey, ive been a fan for a couple days. I kinda wanna see a detailed video on pen injectors you guys use (like morphine, adrenaline, insulin etc.)

[@PrepMedic]

Hey man, so we don't actually use pens for any medications. Since we are advanced life support everything we give is drawn up from a vial or given though a pre-filled.

[@PrepMedic]

You can take a look at my old "Paramedic Medication" video for details about the kind of stuff we give.

[@brad885]

CAT, SAM splint, and wound care supplies, IMHO. CAT has saved my life btw

[@PrepMedic]

I agree. And that is super cool you had a CAT save your life.

[@brad885]

@@PrepMedic A combination of razor blades, being at the end of the 4th 12hr in a row, and dickbag coworkers led me to use it. One handedness is definitely necessary.

[@mettahuttravels3183]

No airway pocket mask or BVM ??????

[@aninjawaffle98]

Metta-Hut Travel's its first aid kit not an emt kit

[@neburnynhs9394]

Where's the ET tube and D o2 tank??

[@13Recon19D]

Why is there no AED

[@scarling9367]

No twelve lead? WTF!

[@Ronin-yk2nd]

I don’t know if this is something different between the US and UK, but it’s titled, a First Aid Kit but has Trauma based equipment in there. Just a thought and just subscribed. Still a good video.

[@kurtvisage]

Love your videos

[@minicoopertn]

How does leaving a kit like this in a hot car affect the contents especially the adhesive on the chest seals.

[@PrepMedic]

In general it is fine. Repeat exposures will eventually decrease the effectiveness of the adhesives but that will take awhile.

[@JimmySilverFoot]

@@PrepMedic how long is a while in your opinion? I've had a kit similar to this in my truck for about a year now 8n south Louisiana and I am starting to wonder when I should replace some of these items.

[@willhirschfeld4680]

You should make a prep medic patch or merch

[@smithjoen6358]

Сподобалося. Маю схожий підсумок та не знав, як його вкомплектувати в додаток до мого IFAK.

[@Tainomontana]

Bear essentials by Bear Independent seem to me like it’s totally worth taking a look at. Any chance of getting a review their products?

[@Tainomontana]

Bear independent mentions that all the items in his packs are American made. I need to buy one of these soon I’m still saving my pennies for it.

[@craigpierre2765]

Great vid

[@fyremanjef]

Nice no BS review

[@PrepMedic]

Thank you!

[@Knivesmx]

Greetings from Mexico City !!

[@sosteve9113]

Greetings from Belgium

[@Daniel-rj2ci]

I do not understand those american fak’s, because if someone fell and scraped his knees, you’d want to help too. I think there are too less dressings and minor wounds first aid supplies. I live in holland, where the chance of a major accident is really small, but maybe that isn’t the case in america. Anyway I think it would be nice to be able to help someone with minor wounds.

[@paulbosley6448]

Yes that stuff goes into a smaller kit. We used to call it a boo boo kit.

[@safety86]

Good review. It's not a bad a kit! Just needs a CAT and a little customizing.

[@PrepMedic]

Yep. Make it your own.

[@VAMobMember]

I did a quick search and failed Where can we find the ouch pouch?

[@woltews]

why do non of these kits have a SAM splint to stabilize an extremity or work as a quick cervical collar, also why no naloxone ?

[@JimmySilverFoot]

Why naloxone?

[@woltews]

@@JimmySilverFoot for overdoses

[@nickreid9242]

I agree some narcan should be added along with a cpr mask, triangular bandages, and CAT

[@JimmySilverFoot]

@@woltews I'm sorry I was under the impression that this was a battlefield kit of sorts.

[@woltews]

@@JimmySilverFoot even if it was a battlefield kit blunt force trauma can still damage bones or cause damage to your neck , not every battlefield injury is a PGW and people given narcotics can for painful injuries can still have adverse reactions

[@Fede_uyz]

Could you do a review on the lightning x IFAK trauma kit (the one including the CAT torniquett)?? It comes at like 85 bucks (amazon) with the CAT, or like 60 smth with a RATS one. Its just a little bit smaller than this one

[@Allen-rz4uz]

Where can I get combat gauze ?

[@samuelteo5767]

It is just like the myfak, which one is better

[@admiralkek5819]

The pouch is actually coyote brown instead of that weird gold color you see on airsoft replica pouches

[@American-pl8fo]

should civilians use saline?

[@frugalmum7943]

That stitching is not "coming out" it's poorly finished. Basically when they made it, they didn't cut off the working thread close enough. Given the speed of factory production this saves money...by not employing extra man hours to micro manage the cutting. It is an easy fix and doesn't damage or impact product quality.

[@kaushilathilakasiri8061]

I would add a CPR face mask or a shield.

[@PrepMedic]

Yeah I agree

[@Emogeta]

So a prefilled Condor Rip Away IFAK?

[@PrepMedic]

Black Ribbon yeah pretty much.

[@janodewald6087]

That was my first idea, looks like the Condor I have and like a lot. But why not offer good prefilled kits in a decent pouch, nothing to say against it.

[@Emogeta]

@@janodewald6087 Exactly. There's nothing wrong with prefilled kits or refills. Many don't know what you need to fill an IFAK and prefilled or refills help protect people.

[@aprilrichards762]

Are the gloves latex-free?

[@smiteriuszryceriusz1258]

So witch bandage is better Vs SWAT-T in your opinion???

[@sidwalker6902]

How easy is it to replace spent items for this kit with same size and quality?

[@tatummark9596]

"Ouch Pouch" 😂😂

[@bigval46]

just a general question about med kits as a whole, would recommend having an at home practice kit along with your actual kit? i ask because i hear that you should always practice with your gear which i can agree and understand but if you only have your deployment kit and you use it to where when you actually need it and its all jacked and doesnt work properly you’re screwed.

[@jamestuccillo]

Surprised no one answered you in 2 yrs. I normally go thru my trauma/first aid kits and just put all the expired stuff, things I used to carry, and things whose sterile packaging failed into an old med kit to use as practice.

[@joepvn6402]

great video

[@benslauenwhite4337]

Maybe they included more pressure dressings to make up for the missing cat tourniquet

[@preppercamper2579]

Good video

[@JudgeD-hc9vw]

Not a bad kit.

[@npr386]

Appreciate the vids, and this is no reflection on you, but pre-made IFAKs are really getting played out. Ever consider doing a video about building kits, and supplier reviews i.e. BoundTree, Moore Medical, even Rescue Essentials? You argue convenience, which is true for the newcomer, but people that actually get training and train with their supplies will no doubt benefit from being able to build their own kits.

[@bigd2829]

I feel like I’m the only person who watches your videos that isn’t in the medical field lol

[@PrepMedic]

Nah man, tons of people on here are just prepared civilians that have nothing to do with medicine in their daily life. It’s good information to have even if you are not making it a career

[@stephanelkins2033]

Why should you not use a tampon for bullet or puncture holes I have heard you say not to but not why or have I just missed that video? Anyways keep up the good work!

[@twinkyisland]

Take a tampon and peel it apart. Now take a standard zfold or flat pack gauze and unfold it. You'll see an extreme difference. Not to mention the absorption factor between the 2.

[@neburnynhs9394]

SkinnyMedic did a really good comparison of the two items for bleeding control. In short, the amount of gauze in a tampon is the equivalent of 1 or 2 4x4 gauze pads, which for a bullet wound would not be enough, especially for a direct arterial bleed. You're better off just purchasing 4x4 gauze and using that if you planned on using a tampon.

[@thegoodestboy6682]

Super glue?

[@neburnynhs9394]

As in for wound care or closure?

[@thegoodestboy6682]

@@neburnynhs9394 temporarily close a wound until you can get to a hospital, like Vietnam

[@brennenrussel-klarich1627]

I have this on my battle belt😓

[@Tallacus]

Mmm for the contents and price I had seen worse so I give this a decent rating

[@artharth5132]

Dream FAK😍 Great kit

[@vloggersam1235]

Oh ok

[@rgamore]

Why not ask the vendor what his reasoning was for equipping the kit the way they did. Your shooting in the dark and not knowing the intentions. Also, not worse the scratch safety glasses, keep them in the bag till you ned them is my opinion. Thank you.

[@PrepMedic]

ACT and I have a very open line of communication. After each video I have put out he has changed his kits slightly based on my recommendation.

[@HKstuntman]

it's 300 $ now. Quite pricy

[@PewPewRealEstate]

That kit is $280 now. I think a little spendy

[@tacticaldude35]

love Jesus and God PLEASE!!!!!! Amen

[@Marcos_Ledinich]

Buying everything separate will cost you $40 bucks

[@PrepMedic]

Marcos Figueroa cost you a bit more then that.

[@mahirhemo6963]

كيفك الحال عزيزي

[@kurtvisage]

First

[@Roadtrip53]

Talking hands . . . click. Next video.

[@whiteboysixty5]

Definitely overpriced in my opinion

[@vloggersam1235]

First

[@PrepMedic]

Vloggersam 123 I am sorry but you were actually second 😵

[@vloggersam1235]

Oh ok