Which item from the first aid supplies is used to manage vomit?

• A. Syrup of ipecac
• B. Bandages
• C. Activated charcoal
• D. Plastic bag for vomit

Answer: (D)

In first aid, containing vomit safely is key to reducing contamination and exposure. A plastic bag for vomit serves this purpose by providing a simple, disposable container you can use to collect and dispose of the material quickly and securely. This keeps the area clean and protects the person giving aid and others nearby.

Syrup of ipecac is meant to induce vomiting, which is not a safe or recommended approach in most first-aid scenarios because it can cause choking or aspiration and delay proper care. Activated charcoal is used to adsorb certain ingested toxins when given under medical guidance, but it’s about treating poison exposure, not about handling the physical vomit itself. Bandages are for covering and protecting wounds, not for managing vomiting.