I love an AFAK. It is my go to EDC med.
In Rich's case, I know he wears shorts a lot; so I think your suggestion of a flatpack and run the shock cord long to lash some hemo-gauze and a seal or small compression bandage is a winner.
The Flatpack is super versatile when you consider removing the straps and adding in cargo pockets.
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