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Mar
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If you are a teacher, a school secretary, or a school nurse, having medical supplies on hand is really important. With kids around, you really never know what could happen, and being able to take care of minor emergencies without calling on extra help can make your day run much more smoothly. Before school starts this year, why not create a list of the supplies you need and get everything organized and ready so that you can find what you need at a moment’s notice?
First off, think about all the medical supplies you’ve needed in the past. Teachers and secretaries probably only need the basics, while school nurses will need more advanced supplies. Then, make a list of everything you need and a rough estimate of the amounts that you need. Teachers, for instance, may want to keep about fifty bandages, a tube of anti-itch cream, and a tube of antibiotic cream on hand. Be sure to take into account your school’s rules, as well, when you consider what you’ll keep in your classroom or under your desk.
Then, start gathering up the supplies. You may be able to save money if you buy them in bulk and divvy them up with other teachers, but this part is entirely up to you. You can also find many supplies on sale, which can make things that much easier. As you gather up the supplies, keep thinking about extra things you might need, such as gauze and athletic tape, and add them to your list.
Finally, organize all of your supplies in one convenient location. You may want to have one large first aid kit in your desk or classroom closet and a smaller kit that you can take outside with you for recess and other activities. Be sure to check your supplies regularly to know what you’re getting low on before you run out.