Reddit mentions: The best medical scissors & shears

How exciting! I'm glad that you two get to experience this together for the first time. I'm sure it'll be nice for you two to grow and learn as a pair.

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With both of you just dipping your toes in, and neither of you having significantly more experience than the other, it could be fun to take a quiz or two together as a couple and see what else you might be interested in. If you decide that this is a lifestyle you find really rewarding, there's always more to try out! bdsmtest.org is obviously really centered on BDSM, and mojoupgrade.com will cover more general things as well as kinky topics. If nothing else, I've found that taking these sorts of quizzes with partners opens a great line of communication and sparks interesting conversation. If you're both shy and starting out, MojoUpgrade is really nice because you can both take the quiz separately, and the program will only show you as a couple what interests you have in common.

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It sounds like she's already interested in being tied up, and you're into the idea of bondage, as well. Rope bondage is one of my personal kinky staples, too! I love that with rope, you can be as complex or as simple as you want, and there's always something new to learn. First of all, you want to exercise safety (that goes for anything in kink...). If you're going to tie her up, I suggest tossing a few bucks (really, they're that cheap) on a pair of safety shears. These are different from scissors in that they have a little "lip" that will keep you from cutting her on accident if you ever need to get her out of a tie quickly. I'm pretty sure these are the ones we have... they're like $5.50, and I hope we never have to use them: amazon.com.

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As for the fun parts: I love twistedmonk.com and theduchy.com. They both have a lot of good safety information and information on what you might consider when choosing what exactly to tie her up with. TheDutchy has a wealth of written and video tutorials for just about any tie you can think of! They also have a great page for beginners, so you don't get overwhelmed. Twisted monk has some free intro-level video tutorials, and if you decide that you're both crazy about rope bondage, they sell great, high quality rope.

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I hope that's a good starting point. Please feel free to message with any questions, and remember that the key to a healthy, kinky sex life is open, honest communication between yourself and your partner. You're both new to this, so you're going to want to check in with each other frequently for feedback.

Greetings all!

My main suggestion to anyone wanting to get into vaping it is to skip the ego-starter kits, MVP2 (cheapish Vv or Vw boxes), non-rebuildable tanks (Protanks, Nautilus) and just drive right into the mechanical mod / box mod world. I say this because the vaping experience is so much better with rebuildables. I went with the all of the above, and I personally wished that someone would’ve told me to just dive right in, because all that stuff is sitting around not being used. The people that I’ve talked to are typically hesitant to do so because of the coil building, but there are so many YouTube tutorials, suggestions and information on /r/RBA and /r/electronic_cigarette that it’s much easier than it seems. Anyway, if I were to start all over again, these are the things which I’d buy.

Must Haves
These are the things which I consider essential to starting off the on the right foot. I’ve purchased a lot of things, and these are the things which I suggest to my friends. Most of the links are from Amazon, because it’s what I’ve primarily used.

Battery - Sony VTC5
http://www.eciggity.com/2-pc-sony-18650vtc5-2600mah-30a-battery/

These are pretty much the standard when it comes to “safe” batteries. They’re affordable, good amp limit and have been recommended many times. If you purchase from the link above, they also give you a plastic carrying case!

Charger - Nitecore i2 or Nitecore i4
http://www.amazon.com/Nitecore-IntelliCharger-i4-Battery-Charger/dp/B005UAI372/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1404287334&sr=8-1&keywords=nitecore

Affordable, reliable and these won’t “overcharge” your batteries. The difference between the i2 and i4 is the amount of batteries they can charge at a single time. They also have a new fancier one out, called the Digicharger D2 and Digicharger D4. Those are nice because it has a LCD panel that displays a lot more information than the i2 and i4. I personally use an just an i2.

Mechanical Mod - Stingray
http://www.vaperoyalty.com/hcigar-stingray-mod-stainless-steel/

Now, 90% of what is suggested for an actual mechanical mod is going to be of personal taste. The Stingray is the “older brother” of the Nemesis. This is what I purchased when I first started out vaping. The unit is very easy to break apart, clean, has a locking ring, has a floating 510 connection and venting holes in case of a battery leak. Almost everyone I know has a Stingray.

Rebuildable Dripping Atomizer - Magma by Infinite
http://101vape.com/rebuildable-atomizers-tanks/309-magma-atomizer-clone-by-infinite.html

One of the best purchases I’ve made. The juice wells are very deep compared to everything else on the market (that doesn’t have a tank system). Threads are nice, easy to build on, post holes are large and the air-flow is easy to manipulate. You can run this on a single coil or a dual coil. Blows almost all the other RDAs I have out of the water. This is my main RDA.

Organic Cotton - Maxim Hygiene Products Organic Cotton Balls
http://www.amazon.com/Organic-Cotton-Balls-Triple-count/dp/B00E8T2X36/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1404288337&sr=8-3&keywords=organic+cotton

I suggest using un-bleached, organic cotton. Some people take it one step further by washing them, I think thats taking it a bit far and I don’t do it. You can pick them up from any convenience store or supermarket (CVS, Walgreens, Target, Whole Foods), a 100 count will last you AGES.

Kanthal - AWG A1 26 Gauge
http://www.amazon.com/Kanthal-Gauge-100ft-0-40386-Resistance/dp/B00HALND7Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1404288659&sr=8-1&keywords=kanthal+26

I like to use 26g kanthal wire for my dual coil builds. 26g is a bit thicker than what a lot of people suggest (28g), but for me, because it’s thicker, it’s easier to work with.

Screwdrivers - Stanley 6 Piece Screwdriver set
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00009OYGV/ref=oh_details_o05_s01_i02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The screwdrivers which come with your RDAs are short, small and crappy. I like these screw drivers because they come in a variety of sizes and you do not need to mess with a drill-bit. What I really like about these, is at the end of the drill bit is a small little ledge (can’t think of a better word), where you can push your coil and scrunch it up a bit.

Ohm meter / Multimeter - Any generic ohm reader or Innova 3300
http://101vape.com/meters/170-ohms-meter.html

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001O1X65A/ref=oh_details_o02_s01_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You can use a multimeter to do basically the same thing as an ohm reader. The multimeter has an added benefit of being able to read the volts are your battery as well. I have both, but I prefer to use a “regular” ohm reader. This video below can teach you how to use a multimeter for that purpose.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wgXAmPBAO5g&index=2&list=LLU7AM2JUxXCrj4TSCDQDffw

Optional items
Things that I’ve purchased that you can probably substitute with something in your house. They’re nice to have, most people have these, but I decided to link these anyway, because I didn’t have some stuff (my scissors were too large).

Scissors - Generic surgical scissors
http://www.amazon.com/Amercian-Diagnostic-Corporation-3425-Stainless/dp/B000GHIUR2/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1404289491&sr=8-5&keywords=surgical+scissors

To cut your cotton. Small, sharp and gets the job done.

Tweezers - Ceramic tweezers
http://www.fasttech.com/products/0/10007588/1655800-heat-resistant-stainless-steel-tweezers-for-e

Allows you to hold your coil together and torch them without heating up the tweezers.

Wire cutters - Hakko CHP-170
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FZPDG1K/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

For cutting your kanthal off that spool!

Atomizer holder - Plano 23630-01
http://www.amazon.com/Plano-23630-01-Stowaway-Adjustable-Dividers/dp/B000E3FKVC/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1404289861&sr=8-4&keywords=plano

You’re gonna buy a bunch of atomizers. Everyone buys a bunch. You’re not going to be able to help yourself. I use this plastic case to keep everything neat and separated.

Building deck - Tenderfoot Stands
https://www.facebook.com/tenderfoot.stands?fref=ts

You don’t need this. But it makes building RDAs easier. You can also place your juice filled RDAs on here.

Torch - Mini Jet Flame 503
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007A9YSPW/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This will help you get those coils nice and tight, without having to fire off your mechanical mod.

Battery Case - Bluecell
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007Q6PJO8/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

If you don’t buy the batteries from the link above, you’re gonna want a battery case. Do not keep your batteries loose in your pocket or floating around your bag. They can come in contact with something metal and potentially damage the battery.

Cotton rope is often omitted in the community but is probably the best choice for beginners, its cheaper than hemp, sometimes cheaper than nylon and holds knots just as well as hemp. Midori even endorses its use in her beginners workshops.

As long as you don't get it wet its a phenomenally good material for everything but suspensions. Its lightweight, hypoallergenic, easy to wash, can be dyed super easy and is allot less harsh then hemp or jute. The trick is to get a 3 strand twisted 100% cotton rope without a filler so that you don't run into problems.

I sell some on my site, both dyed pretty colors and just the nice white natural look. You can probably get some from a local hardware store or online if you look hard enough, usually a 5 mm (3/16") diameter rope is the most diverse but you can get the rope from anywhere 4mm (1/6") - 50 mm (2").

A quick Amazon search lead me to a 50 foot length of Cotton 3 strand twisted rope for $12.00 and while you're at it you might as well get a pair of safety shears for less then $3 that you can use in an emergency .

A good way to figure out what type you like is to go to events and interact and ask people if you can feel the ropes they have, that way you get a real sense of what the different rope types are like without having to put in a investment that you might regret.

Play safe and have fun :D

The first thing you need to cover is SAFETY:

1. For psychological safety, you need to talk to her about what she wants. You said that she likes bondage, but you also said that she's a masochist. How do you know this? Did she say that she is a masochist? A masochist is someone who likes pain, and lots of people like bondage but not pain (or pain but not bondage). Enjoying pain, enjoying being tied up, and enjoying submission are three separate things. Which does she like?
   
   You need to ask her how she wants to be tied up, and for how long. This worksheet might help you figure out what questions to ask. You also need to set up a communication system so that she can tell you if something bothers her. A lot of people use safewords (a system of special code words), but you can also use regular language if you will always stop when she says "no" or "stop." I have to use safewords because I tend to scream obscenities (including no, stop, please don't, etc) when I'm in pain, even if I don't want my partner to stop. Get in the habit of checking in with her to make sure that everything is still okay.
   
   
2. You need to do some research on physical safety. There are a few basic rules for bondage:
   
   

• Never leave a person in bondage alone, even for a second. If a person in bondage is moving you need to be right next to them. Have you seen the way cops walk with someone who has handcuffs on, holding onto their elbow? That isn't just to be rough, it's also to make sure that the person doesn't fall. You need to do that too.
  
  
• Never cut off circulation or damage nerves. You should be able to slip two fingers under a body harness. Nothing should ever change color. You should check on your girlfriend often to make sure that she can move her hands and feet. Ask her to squeeze your hand, then cover her fist and ask her to open it. Ask her to press her feet down onto your hand, then up onto your and. These are tests to make sure that her muscles have enough oxygen and her nerves are transmitting properly. Ask her to tell you if she feels any pain, numbness, coldness, or tingling.
  
  
• Always have a way to get someone out quickly. Clips and velcro are easy to under. For rope, always have a pair of bandage scissors on hand.
  
  You might want to read The New Topping Book and recommend The New Bottoming Book to your girlfriend. They're great primers on kink that have a lot if information on communication, planning, and safety.
  
  Once you have a better idea of how she wants to feel and what activities she wants to do you should post again and we can help you figure out what to buy and how to use it.

Here are some ideas, OP.

• Cute badge reel(s) from Etsy. I have several flowers, a glittery 'RN' one, and one with my name in mint, my fav color. I also have a fun sunflower made of felt and a felt hot chocolate mug with a snowflake when its snowing out. Patients get a kick out of em and I get compliments constantly.
  
  
• Good compression socks!!!!! I use Sockwells. No nurse wants swollen painful feet and varicose veins.
  
  
• Stethoscope clip - personalize with her name. Etsy/Amazon.
  
  
• Stethoscope Bling - I have a rainbow one on my cardiology so people know it's mine:
  https://www.amazon.com/UltraScope-Crystal-Stethoscope-Charm-Aquamarine/dp/B00N26K9N2
  
  
• Nurse shears. I have this set:
  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07845XNZJ/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
  
• Set of nicer penlights, and good pens. I highly recommend those blue BICC pens that have four clip colors (green/red/black/blue).
  
  
• WhiteCoat Clipboard Nursing Stethoscope
  
  
• Fleece jacket in her scrub color with her name embroidered (Search Etsy for nurse fleece)
  
  
• Rtic 30Oz mug in her favorite color. I love mine! Gotta stay hydrated and keep that water cold.
  
  
• This awesome, pretty digital watch:
  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015RASNI8/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
  
  Hope this helps! I'm known as the fashionable nurse that has all the tools to loan out! ;)

I really do pose her like a doll sometimes as foreplay. I've also recently discovered a great love for artistically arranged rope; I recommend a visit to the Two Knotty Boys website and a trip to Lowe's / Home Depot (AKA your friendly neighborhood pervertables shop) for some extra rope if the handcuffs don't work for you. I've had good results with 3/8" braided nylon, although I rather buy it in bags and cut it myself than buy it in lengths off the spool because they don't treat their rope very kindly.

Mostly I just had to get myself in the mindset that it's OK to 'use' her in this context. You can still be 50/50 in the rest of your relationship while being 100% in control in bed. The gentlemanly thing to do, of course, is to establish some boundaries as to what you both do and don't like, which it sounds like you're doing already. Also, a safe word can be useful even when you're not playing nonconsensual scenes. Our safe word is just "safeword", it helps light a fire under my ass to get her out of the rope quickly, rather than just "Ow" or "Stop" which tend to act more like "yellow words" for us.

Always, always, always have good scissors nearby when you're playing with rope, even if it's just a wrist tie. I bought these EMT shears when I started to get into it.

Safety scissors amazon is fine, i got a 2 pack like this one http://amzn.to/2iMhq0Y and put one in my toy bag one in the night stand.

Rope you have lots of options, I along with a lot of others like MyNawashi which you can get here:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyNawashi/items

It's high quality but at a great price, if you have no rope at all pick up one of the small kits and you are good to go for basic stuff.

Cuffs, I'd look on etsy for that as well. You can find all sorts of shapes and sizes so just a matter of what you like the look of and check their reviews for quality.

Blindfold, you can get one along with the rope kit above. Or look at amazon or similar for something soft and comfortable.

For the hitachi attachment I'd just look at stockroom, extreme restraints, or similar. Unless you end up on some cheap knock off site quality for that should all be about the same so it's just a matter of finding it at the best price.

If she just wants to be restrained, I would consider something like a pair of cuffs with straps on them that you can tie to the bed. They're relatively inexpensive and good for starting out.

If she specifically wants rope, start by buying a set of EMT Shears. These are so that if something bad happens you can get out of them immediately. Make sure that any time you play with rope you have them nearby.

Next, go visit Twisted Monk and check out their basic instructional videos. It'll provide a few good ties to consider. Also check online and with Youtube.

Finally go buy some rope! The most recommended rope I've encountered is 3/8" braided nylon rope. It's easy to use, thick, and nylon is fairly comfortable. 5/16" is also a good size. Twisted Monk has a video on how the different sizes work. In terms of material nylon is cheap, easy to clean, and reasonably comfortable. Hemp is the traditional material. Here's a guide on bondage rope that I found.

If you haven't purchased it yet, "Screw the Roses, Send Me the Thorns!" is a great book to learn about BDSM.

Twisted Monk is a really great resource not only for their how-to vids but also they sell ropes and kits. Different lengths and thicknesses are good for different purposes, which they get into, so once you're more than dabbling you may want to get specific ones for your set. In the meantime, I went with a generic set of ropes. We got this set of ropes from Amazon to start out with as well as safety sheers and a book called Shibari You Can Use.

We tested out a few of the basic ties on our own at first and then each other. Tying a wrist/ankle cuff. Tying wrists together. Just to get used to the mechanics of those basic steps, and also get a feel for how tight is too tight. And then we tried out a basic chest harness after that.

As for toys, at first just a simple blindfold and your hands and mouth is a good place to start. Tease with anticipation, sensations (silky vs course fabrics for example) against her skin, firm vs delicate touch. Is she into spanking? Do some of that. She likes vibrators? Restrain her and give her lots of orgasms with her favorite vibe. Or just tie her up and fuck her. Most importantly, since she doesn't want to go too fast, let her give you some ideas, maybe she can show you some vids or pictures that get her imagination going, and you can ask her to narrate what this or that scene is setting up in her mind.

Also seconding what everyone else said about making sure you establish safewords, and look into aftercare.

I DO NOT recommend strips of denim. The fabric is far too thin and might easily get tightened too tight (and thus unable to untie) if she struggles at all. This is exactly why I never recommend silk scarves or other thin fabrics.


Go to Wal Mart and buy their clothesline rope. It's what I used in college and it works okay for very basic bondage. It's not as sturdy as the stuff worked and dyed by pros, but it'll get you by in a pinch in college. It's under $10 for 100ft which is TONS to play with to start.

This rope on Amazon is also pretty cheap!

If you can afford them, please buy safety sheers and keep them on hand while playing with rope. If that is TRULY not an option, please keep normal scissors nearby. I always recommend BRIGHT colors for the handles so they're easy to find in the dark/low light.

Always have open communication with your sub - they should be letting you know if they lose circulation/feeling in their limbs. If it's an emergency, you may need to cut them out of the rope.

Every attending I've seen uses the otoscope or ophthalmoscope light, which usually fits in with the exam they are doing. Seems pointless to buy one, plus you can by a 6 pack of penlights for 5 bucks, or use your cell phone's light.

A good steth is probably best gift.

However, shears are easily second best, they are unbelievably helpful and no one ever has a pair, especially the kind that you can use as a wrench for caps that are on too tight. (http://www.amazon.com/Prestige-Medical-Fluoride-Scissor-Black/dp/B002WJHE7E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1416462131&sr=8-1&keywords=medical+shears)

Just my two cents

Personally, as a nurse myself, I don't carry a knife while at the hospital, but instead trauma shears and maybe a pry bar like a Gerber Shard. I haven't run into a situation yet that the shears or the pry bar haven't able to do and it isn't as intimidating to patients or visitors.



However if you do need a small knife, just like everyone else suggests, the Dragonfly 2 is exceptional.

I have the ZDP-189 version of the Dragonfly and it is perfect for EDC.

If you looking for an even smaller folder check out the Manbug which also does come in a [ZDP-189 variant]
(http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-British-Racing-ZDP-189-Plain/dp/B0089DFLSQ/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1420580166&sr=8-5&keywords=spyderco+zdp-189). Just be aware that these do not come with pocket clip (I think).

Do us all a favor, ditch the knife and get some safety shears. Neck ties are not something to take lightly and you don't want to be fumbling with a knife near her throat/face in the event of an emergency.

http://www.theemsstore.com/store/product.aspx/productId/166/EMI-Shear-Tech/?gclid=CNOMn4Xut70CFVBgfgod-FEACw

http://www.amazon.com/ADC-Medicut-Shears-7-1-Black/dp/B0011MIQUM/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1396100071&sr=8-5&keywords=safety+shears

They are super cheap and well worth the peace of mind.

Hey!! I have had mine done for about a year ago. I have one tip I tell everyone. If you have to remove your own stitches. You will thank me if you buy suture scissors they are the best $5 investment I’ve made in a long long time.

Good luck with healing.

Get some EMT safety shears first. You can find them at any drug store by the bandages. shears

Here are some good videos of safe ties, meaning they wont tighten if they are pulled at.
instructional videos

There are also some good books out there as far as knots go. I like this one: Showing You the Ropes - Two Knotty Boys

As far as rope goes, nylon from the hardware store is decent place to start. If you really get into it I would suggest rope from http://twistedmonk.com . It is pricey but awesome.

Also, a super important aspect of bondage rope play: SAFETY!

Do not engage in rope play unless you have at least 1 or more pairs of EMT shears (medical trauma scissors) handy. These are cheap. You can order them online on Amazon or generally find them in most pharmacies or local medical supply stores. These kinds of scissors have safety tips and are designed to rapidly cut through clothing and other obstructions (like rope).

Prestige Medical Fluoride Scissor, Black, 7 1/2 Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002WJHE7E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_8yqWzbJZ3D0ZM

Had a look, found a few. YMMV because I'm not very familiar with across the pond stuff but I hope it helps

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

If I find more I'll add them


Edit:
Found a nice little review comparison with 10 more of them, prices to suit all budgets

Thank you! I actually got suture scissors from amazon, I attached the link below of the ones I purchased:

STT-SUT45 Premium High Polish Suture Stitch Scissors 4.5" (11.43cm) Stainless Steel https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07711L59D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_AceXCbSBQAJTZ

I used these and some tweezers, and I watched a video on YouTube about how to remove the stitches, it was basically painless excluding a few that hurt a bit. But the whole experience for me wasnt that painful as others have experienced. Good luck! After day 5 it was feel better but once you get the stitches out it will be such a sigh of relief.

Excellent points. You don't really want a knot that will tighten around a limb, that can get dangerous pretty fast.

As far as scissors go, I recommend a pair of paramedic shears. They're great at not poking the skin.

I was a trauma tech for a long time, and this was my best friend. So handy.

Here's a video that offended a bunch of people but I thought it was hysterical as a former med worker. Hope you like it too!

Get scissors with a print they are easier to spot as yours. I would go with scissor more like this...
http://www.amazon.com/Prestige-Medical-Stylemate-Utility-Scissor-/dp/B008RBDXEE/ref=sr_1_sc_1?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1397717461&sr=1-1-spell&keywords=bandagr+scissors

or these...

http://www.amazon.com/Professional-Scissors-Stainless-Professionally-Fashionable/dp/B00C3KL6O4/ref=sr_1_cc_1?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1397717821&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=bandage+scissors+with+print

Mine are green with yellow happy faces. ; )


Whitcoat clipboards are awesome....

http://www.amazon.com/WhiteCoat-Clipboard-Clipboard-Black/dp/B00C2EG826/ref=pd_sxp_grid_i_0_1

I'm a recent graduate nurse, and I would encourage you to add a small notepad and a good pair of medical scissors. Otherwise, good carry.

Not bad. A few items from my EDC if you're interested:

My pen light.

My trauma shears.

Edit: a few more.

Hip clip. I've gradually come to prefer wearing my stethoscope this way. And for goodness sake, DON'T leave yours on the rearview mirror of your car. Ever. Repeated heating/cooling caused my Cardio III to crack at the point where it hung from the mirror.

Reflex hammer. Mine isn't as cool as this one...

Lifelong ingrown toenail sufferer here, once had one so bad it grew out of the side of my toe. When I finally went to the doctor, the nurse dry heaved when she saw it.

I feel your pain, friend, allow me to help.

• Soak your foot in hot salt water for 15-20 minutes
  
  
• I'd suggest buying some surgical scissors and cutting your ingrown along the line of the enflamed skin, then popping the nail clip out. Something like these surgical scissors will do nicely. If you can't wait they have them at Rite Aid or any comparable chain pharmacy, they're generally pretty cheap too.
  
  
• Once you've taken out the offending chunk of nail from the side wall of your toe, I'd suggest soaking a strip of cotton in hydrogen peroxide and twisting it into a strip, then you should use a nail file and pack that soaked cotton strip in between your nail and the skin. Do this a couple times a day. It will be full of puss and blood when you take it out, it's awesome. Take pictures for us!
  
  

https://www.amazon.com/Prestige-Medical-Fluoride-Scissor-Black/dp/B002WJHE7E/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1483349255&sr=8-3&keywords=surgical+scissors

Surgical Scissors brother. Good luck.

found these on Amazon. great reviews

http://www.amazon.com/Prestige-Medical-Fluoride-Scissor-Black/dp/B002WJHE7E/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1404358321&sr=1-1&keywords=trauma+shears

I use this clipboard for clinicals:
2019 Nursing Clipboard with Storage and Quick Access Medical References by Tribe RN - Nurse/Student Edition - Bonus Nursing Cheat Sheets https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0714BQC91/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_sJjXDbFXVYYES


CAVN (2 PCS) Reusable LED Medical Penlight with Pupil Gauge for Nurses Doctors with Pocket Clip https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HAXUE9G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XJjXDb76S7JNN

EMT Trauma Shears with Carabiner - Stainless Steel Bandage Scissors for Surgical, Medical & Nursing Purposes - Sharp Curved Scissor is Perfect for EMS, Doctors, Nurses, Cutting Bandages (Pink) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018OCOROU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_jKjXDbJX60B3G

I use this bag for clinicals :
Laptop Backpack for Women,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JR4M81M?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

These cards for pharm:
Pharm Phlash!: Pharmacology Flash... https://www.amazon.com/dp/0803660480?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

This backpack for lecture, books are HEAVY:
LAPACKER 15.6 - 17 inch Water... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017XAMPV6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

And that’s basically the sum of what I use everyday in nursing school. :)

damn, those things are heavy duty. I'm not a trauma nurse (Although i start in the ICU next month!), but they seem more fitting for medics in the field than in a trauma center. Though i'm sure the ring cutter and ruler would come in handy.

edit: I use these. They're perfect for my needs as a telemetry nurse. They're coated with nonstick stuff so tape doesn't stick to them!

I just took another look at the scissors. Are those regular kitchen scissors? They aren't really well suited to hospital use, not to mention that they're liable to break easily.

Get yourself at least a set of bandage scissors, or better yet, trauma shears. And put your name on them, so they don't vanish the first time you set them down.

What I started with: Stethoscope, sphygmomanometer or a sphygmomanometer for the lazy, pulse oximeter, reflex hammer, tuning fork, a pen light, notebook, Maxwell, pocket medicine, clipboard, 48 pens (of which I somehow only have 2 left), and finally a pack of decoy pens to hand out to people that need to "borrow" a pen but never give back.


Seriously where do all of my pens go??? It turns out half them went into my gf's bag x(.

What I was given or picked up along the way: scalpel, needle drivers, tweezers, scissors, various types of vicryl, bandages, gauze, alcohol wipes, surgical lube (that I took from the hospital when no one was looking ;) ), and a pocket CPR mask. I took a bunch of normal saline and IV kits as well but they don't fit in the bag.

Stethoscope = Cardiology III

Shears = Sexy Black

Penlight = Reusable

Rescue Knife = Epic Knife

o2 Key = Cheap Plastic Crap

Flashlight = Maglite Mini


Holster for all of the crap above


Radio Holster


I have had the same equipment for 7 years + so far. Epic, works well.

If you're going to tie yourself when you're alone, you should absolutely have EMT shears, where you can reach them, just in case you get yourself stuck and can't get out. If he's tying you, you should still have EMT shears where he can reach them. The best way to make sure you can reach them is to use ones that have a carabiner in the handle, so you can clip them onto yourself.

It isn't my trade, but I've had conversations like that with EMTs and LEOs and one thing I've bought a few of and keep in different areas (including in my car) is a pair of EMT Shears. I bought a half dozen or so cheaper ones and for me they work fine. This was the first hit on Amazon I found, but there are plenty of cheaper ones. http://www.amazon.com/Prestige-Medical-Fluoride-Scissor-Black/dp/B002WJHE7E/

They cut through almost everything. Clothing, plastic packaging (blister packs), seat belts, wires, etc. Stuff that will your standard scissors won't handle. Usually they'll show you pics of a pair of EMT shears cutting a penny as a demonstration.

> you want a rope as easily untieable as possible, in case of emergency

You should also have EMT shears on hand, just in case of extreme situations (what happens if there's a fire?)

I wouldn’t recommend buying a “prebuilt” IFAK. They can get very expensive when you can build your own for half the price.


TRAUMA KIT

• (https://www.tacmedsolutions.com/TacMed-Solutions-Operator-IFAK-Pouch) [Tac Med Pouch]
  
  
• (https://www.rescue-essentials.com/combat-application-tourniquet-c-a-t-tactical-black-gen-7/) [CAT Tourniquet]
  
  
• (https://www.amazon.com/Israeli-Dressing-First-Aid-Compression/dp/B003DPVERM) [Israeli Bandage]
  
  
• (https://www.amazon.com/QuickClot-ZME150_OB-Combat-Gauze-Z-Fold/dp/B001E1CLTC) [Quickclot Combat Gauze]
  
  
• (https://www.amazon.com/Progressive-Medical-Performance-Occlusive-Dressing/dp/B003VSORKC) [HALO Chest Seal]
  
  
• (https://www.amazon.com/EMT-Trauma-Shears-Carabiner-Stainless/dp/B00DKDNM0Y) [EMT Shears]
  
  
• Generic Gauze
  
  
• Black Mamba Industrial Gloves
  
  
  I also carry a small generic first aid kit with a few extra additions.
  
  
• Cayenne Pepper
  
• Ibuprofen
  
• Superglue
  
• 1 SAM Splint
  
• 4 tubes of Oral IV
  
• 1 MRE
  
• 1 nasal OTC Narcan kit
  
• Box of Black Mamba Industrial Gloves (best nitrile gloves ever)
  
  Don’t carry stuff if you don’t know how to use it. Especially using a chest seal. Can do more harm than good. Only stuff I would probably ever need would be a tourniquet, Israeli bandage and some gauze with quickclot. I’m a minimalist so I carry the bare minimum.
  
  Chances are you’ll use a regular first aid kit more than you would a GSW kit of an IFAK. Don’t wear trauma shears like some guards do, looks tacky an if you get into a physical fight it can be used against you.
  
  The only thing I physically carry on me is a tourniquet, the rest goes into an easily accessible patrol bag inside the trunk. I don’t have a lot of free room on my belt so I only carry what I need. Tourniquet goes into my cargo pocket.
  
  EDIT:
  
  I'm CPR and Firstaid trained, only reason I don't use any CPR mask because the chances of me using it will more than likely be on a transient or junkie. Eventhough barriers are relatively safe, I'd rather hold off. Chances are too risky for me to take on catching some sort of disease. EMS show up quicker than the police around here.

Peppermint oil: Tell her to keep it in her nursing bag for stinky situations. Just put a little on a face mask and head into the code brown/purulent wound in a cloud of minty freshness.

Also, I have vinyl grip hemostats and bandage scissors with a cool pattern that I found on Amazon that I get compliments on constantly. And I haven’t lost in 10 years b/c everyone knows that they are mine!!

Amazon link:
argyle print hemostats

Since you mentioned poultry sheers, here's a pro-tip.

https://www.amazon.com/Prestige-Medical-Fluoride-Scissor-Black/dp/B002WJHE7E/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1487311591&sr=8-2&keywords=emt%2Bshears&th=1

I have a set in the kitchen, a set in the car and a set in the toolbox.

These cut through coins like nothing. Chicken doesn't stand a chance.

Somehow the fluoride coating is better than even teflon.

I have a pretty good grasp on grammar in general, but I can tend to make errors between slightly different words, like "fewer" vs "less" in speaking.

Safety scissors

These are all black. I've seen them used a few times and they work fine.

I fly and carry with Delta regularly. A couple of times a month. Most of the time the folks that are tasked with doing the zip ties are just as annoyed as I am. The solution is simple. Scissors. You are allowed to carry scissors on your flight. I carry THESE SCISSORS in my carry on. When I get my bag from the dude after zipping it up I pull my scissors out of my carry on and cut them off right in front of them. Usually I hand him/her the trash. I've never had one push back on me. There's nothing they can do. It's your property.

This.
A pair of shears is 1000 times more practical while diving than a knife. One set of these will cut through cloth, rope, fishing line, steel cables (fishing leaders) and wire much easier than even the knives with a line cutter hook. They also can be found for as little as a few bucks and won't stab or slice someone open on accident.

Check out these medical shears

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002WJHE7E?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00

Pay a little more http://www.amazon.com/Prestige-Medical-Fluoride-Scissor-Black/dp/B002WJHE7E

I used an REI Hiker First Aid Kit as a starting point and have been adding to it. I keep everything in a Deuter external pocket so I can keep it in the bag or add it externally. I am planning on adding a basic suture kit, better shears, digital thermometer, and some burn relief gel. Anything else I am overlooking?

Contents:

• SAM splint
  
• Elastic self-adhesive bandage (vetwrap but works fine for humans)
  
• Israeli compression bandage
  
• Tweezers
  
• Trauma shears
  
• Gauze pads (8)
  
• Q-tips
  
• Plenty of bandaids
  
• CPR face shield
  
• Rolled gauze
  
• Alcohol pads
  
• Tape (bandage tape and transpore)
  
• OTC drugs (ibuprofen, aspirin, aleve, antihistamines, dayquil, and antacids)
  
• Moleskin
  
• Triple antibiotic ointment (neosporin)
  
• Antiseptic towelettes
  
• Syringe for wound cleaning
  
• 3M steri-strips for wound closure
  
• Chapstick
  
  Not pictured: a few pairs of nitrile gloves.
  
  

$10 gets you a pair from amazon.

I've cut several pennies in half with them.

Not only that, it ruins regular scissors after a while.

I have EMT shears specifically for opening this kind of packaging.

I agree, it's super important to be able to get ropes off quickly! Things can go wrong with ropes and result in serious injury or even death, especially with novices.

Something like this will get ropes off with minimal risk of accidental stabbing or cutting: http://www.amazon.com/ADC-Medicut-Shears-7-1-Black/dp/B0011MIQUM/

Every rope kit should have them!

Personally, I think belt cutters/window breakers are gimmicky and pointless, and the people with those star of life knives tend to be tools. Further, as someone else pointed out, having a knife clipped in your pocket is inviting disaster with an agitated patient.

As far as I would take it would be investing in a pair of trauma shears that have a fluoride coating so tape won't stick to them. Which should run you $10, max. Make sure you get the hot pink, too. So no one will pinch them.

I won't lie, I actually do think the Leatherman Raptor Shears are pretty neat, and a cool gadget, but also couldn't really imagine walking around with them. Nor would I be happy when I inevitably lost them at $75.

Here's a pair of scissors that will cut a penny (I just tested it with mine) for $9.75 on Amazon. Trauma sheers are damned-near unstoppable.