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: 9781585747887

ISBN-10: 1585747882

ISBN-13: 9781585747887

Edition: 4th 2003 (Revised)

Authors: Paul S. Auerbach

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Since its introduction in 1986, this indispensable guide has been hailed as the definitive take-along text on the subject of outdoor medicine. This edition has been completely revised and expanded, making it even more essential for the growing numbers enjoying outdoor activities. With more than 250 illustrations, MEDICINE FOR THE OUTDOORS provides state-of-the-art medical procedures for just about every injury or illness likely to be encountered in the wild. It is logically organized, easy to reference, and surprisingly simple to understand.

Book details

List price: $19.95
Edition: 4th
Copyright year: 2003
Publisher: Globe Pequot Press, The
Publication date: 4/1/2003
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 544
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 1.584
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 and Bladder


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 Near-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


Appendixes



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