A trauma kit contains items designed for treating life-threatening injuries to preserve a person’s life until acute care is possible. Since the first goal in life-threatening situations is to stop traumatic bleeding, the trauma kit only contains life-saving items like blood clotting agents, tourniquets, and pressure dressing. Additionally, a trauma kit usually includes a nasopharyngeal airway device for patient ventilation and oxygenation.
A trauma kit is smaller than a first aid kit because it doesn’t carry preventive or recovery products. Also, unlike first aid products, trauma products require expert training for proper use.