Every soldier is issued a first aid case (Figure A-1A) with a field first aid dressing encased in a plastic wrapper (Figure A-1B). He carries it at all times for his use. The field first aid dressing is a standard sterile
(germ-free) compress or pad with bandages attached (Figure A-1C). This dressing is used to cover the wound, to protect against further
contamination, and to stop bleeding (pressure dressing). When a soldier
administers first aid to another person, he must remember to use the wounded
person's dressing; he may need his own later. The soldier must check his
first aid case regularly and replace any used or missing dressing. The field
first aid dressing may normally be obtained through the medical unit's
assigned medical platoon or section.
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