Medicine for the Outdoors The Essential Guide to Emergency Medical Procedures and First Aid

Name: Medicine for the Outdoors The Essential Guide to Emergency Medical Procedures and First Aid
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ISBN: 9780323068130

ISBN-10: 0323068138

ISBN-13: 9780323068130

Edition: 5th 2009

Authors: Paul S. Auerbach

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Since 1986, Medicine for the Outdoors has been hailed as the definitive take-along manual on the subject. Packed with step-by-step instructions, how-to explanations, and practical approaches to outdoor and wilderness emergencies, it tells you the best ways to respond to just about any medical problem when help is miles or days away. Author Paul S. Auerbach, MD, MS, FACEP, FAWM, is recognized as one of the world's leading authorities on wilderness medicine. This 5th edition features major updates to bring you the latest on emerging infectious diseases...the most current drug and dosage information...an increased emphasis on making do with the materials at hand...and much more. Logically…

Book details

List price: $20.99
Edition: 5th
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Mosby
Publication date: 7/22/2009
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 535
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 1.628
Language: English



Preface


Introduction



General Information


How to Use This Book


Before You Go


General First-Aid Principles


Medical Decision-Making



Major Medical Problems


An Approach to the Unconscious Victim


Chest Injury


Serious Lung Disorders


Chest Pain


Bleeding


Shock


Head Injury


Allergic Reaction


Seizure


Fractures and Dislocations


Amputation


Burns


Inhalation Injuries


Poisoning


Abdominal Pain


Emergency Childbirth


Diabetes


Stroke


Infectious Diseases



Minor Medical Problems


General Symptoms


Head (Also Eye, Ear, Nose, Throat, and Mouth)


Upper Respiratory Disorders


Disorders of the Gastrointestinal Tract


Skin Disorders


Minor Bruises and Wounds


Musculoskeletal Injuries


Disorders of the Kidneys, Bladder, and Prostate


Male Genital Problems


Psychiatric Emergencies



Disorders Related to Specific Environments


Injuries and Illnesses Due to Cold


Injuries and Illnesses Due to Heat


Wildland Fires


Altitude-Related Problems


Snakebite


Hazardous Aquatic Life


Insect and Arthropod Bites


Lightning Strike


Underwater Diving Accidents and Drowning


Animal Attacks


Wild Plant and Mushroom Poisoning



Miscellaneous Information


Oxygen Administration


Water Disinfection


Motion Sickness


First-Aid Kits


Immunizations


Transport of the Injured Victim


Ground-to-Air Distress Signals


Lost People


Procedures


Appendices



Commonly Used Drugs (Medications) and Doses



Conversion Tables



Guidelines for Prevention of Diseases Transmitted Via Human Blood and Other Body Fluids


Glossary


Index


About the Author