โ Scribed by William W. Forgey M.D
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The new Basic Illustrated books are information-packed tools in a heavily illustrated, richly designed, contemporary four-color format. Written for the novice but great as a handy reference for the veteran, these highly illustrated guides distill years of knowledge into affordable and portable packages. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, Basic Illustrated books show you what you need to know.
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Wilderness Medicine -- methods.;First Aid -- methods.;Outdoor medical emergencies.;First aid in illness and injury.
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Presents a basic guide to outdoor first aid, providing tips on assembling a first-aid kit, treating sprains, fractures, and dislocated joints, preventing insect and animal attacks, and handling illnesses from heat and cold.
The Wilderness First Aid Handbook is a handy, quick-reference guide easily accessible with basic wilderness first aid knowledge, but it does not require advanced degrees or experience with medicine and prehospital care. Recognizing that certain knowledge and procedures are outside the scope of a lay
Now fully revised and updated, Wilderness Medicine: Beyond First Aid is essential reading for any trail user, from trip leaders and guides to EMTs and paramedics. Youโll learn vital skills, such as: How to survey, assess, and stabilize the victim and the medical situation How to manage physical symp
Contents note continued: Hantavirus -- Hepatitis A Hepatitis B -- Hepatitis C -- Hepatitis D -- Hepatitis E Hepatitis G -- Lyme Disease -- Malaria Meningococcal Meningitis -- Plague -- Rabies Relapsing Fever -- Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever Schistosomiasis -- Tapeworms -- Tetanus -- Tick Paralysis Tr
Contents note continued: Hantavirus -- Hepatitis A Hepatitis B -- Hepatitis C -- Hepatitis D -- Hepatitis E Hepatitis G -- Lyme Disease -- Malaria Meningococcal Meningitis -- Plague -- Rabies Relapsing Fever -- Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever Schistosomiasis -- Tapeworms -- Tetanus -- Tick Paralysis Tr
It is critical for backcountry travelers to have the ability to handle dangerous situations when they occur. This includes a logical, commonsense approach to injury and illness that takes into account the unique aspects of the wilderness setting. This comprehensive reference book, based on the Wilde