Field Expedient Items

[Surgicalcric]

As the spin off of the Tampon thread lets begin a new thread listing all of the itmes that can be used to treat various illnesses and injuries.

To keep it simple and organized lets list the FE item, what stock item it would replace, and what it is being used for. After we have compiled an extensive list maybe we can edit them together and have it added in a Medical FAQ.

I will begin with:

1.) Pantyhose instead of Coban for an elastic dressing

2.) Sheets for Cravats.

3.) Elastic waist band from underwear for IV starting tourniquet.

4.) Kerlix soaked and covered in gray river clay instead of plaster for a cast. This would be used to make a soft cast and then wrap with elastic bandage. When dry it becomes very hard.

5.) Quilting inside a 'cho liner for padding under a soft cast. (see above)