Monday, May 7, 2012

Wilderness First Aid Field Guide

Wilderness First Aid Field Guide Review



The Wilderness First Aid Field Guide Is A User-Friendly, Pocket-Sized Guide Based On The Latest First Aid And CPR Guidelines. This Durable And Water-Resistant Resource Features: Essential Information For When Medical Help Is More Than One Hour Away; How To Signal For Help, When To Evacuate, And Recommended First Aid Supplies; What To Look For And What To Do Tables For Injuries And Illnesses; Prevention Advice Ranging From Altitude Illness And Bear Attacks To Lightning Strikes And Tick Bites; Heat Index And Wind Chill Charts; And Quick Access To Contents Using An A-Z Format. The Wilderness First Aid Field Guide Meets And Exceeds The Wilderness First Aid Curriculum Of The Boy Scouts Of America.


Saturday, May 5, 2012

Wilderness First Aid, Third Edition: Emergency Care for Remote Locations (Wilderness First Aid: Emergency Care for Remote Locations)

Wilderness First Aid, Third Edition: Emergency Care for Remote Locations (Wilderness First Aid: Emergency Care for Remote Locations) Review



Wilderness First Aid: Emergency Care for Remote Locations, Third Edition provides information on how to handle common injuries and illnesses when medical care is an hour away or more. Designed for those who work or travel in remote locations, this comprehensive guide will teach you what to look for and what to do in the event of an emergency, and direct you to the most appropriate type of care. Completely revised, the Third Edition contains updated information on first aid training and complies with current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and emergency cardiovascular care (ECC) guidelines.


Friday, April 27, 2012

Mountaineering First Aid: A Guide to Accident Response and First Aid Care (Mountaineers Outdoor Basics)

Mountaineering First Aid: A Guide to Accident Response and First Aid Care (Mountaineers Outdoor Basics) Review



Mountaineering First Aid: A Guide to Accident Response and First Aid Care (Mountaineers Outdoor Basics) Feature

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·Revised to meet the current standards of first aid care by the American Red Cross and the Wilderness Medical Society
·Updated figures and drawings that illustrate essential first aid skills
·New quick-reference boxes that summarize recognition and treatment of many first-aid problems

This completely revised and updated fifth edition gives you all the latest information on assessing and treating conditions you may encounter in the wild, from serious injuries such as dislocations and fractures to unexpected major illness to weather-related problems. With quick-reference checklists of symptoms and procedures, recommendations on first aid kits and equipment, and more, Mountaineering First Aid will prepare you for anything in the backcountry.


Wednesday, April 18, 2012

First Aid for Babies & Children Fast

First Aid for Babies & Children Fast Review



From minor injuries such as scraped knees to major, potentially life-threatening conditions such as choking and shock, First Aid for Babies & Children Fast provides clear, step-by-step instructions for dealing with any childhood problem. Originally published in 1995, it has been completely revised and updated in line with currently accepted first aid techniques.


Tuesday, April 17, 2012

First Responder (8th Edition)

First Responder (8th Edition) Review



This classic book has successfully trained First Responder students for over 28 years. It is the ideal resource for fire service, law enforcement, military, civil, industrial, and emergency personnel seeking clear and easy-to-read First Responder-level training. The 8th edition provides solid and thorough coverage of the First Responder National Standard Curriculum and retains features that both students and instructors have relied upon for years, including flow-of-care diagrams and a clear, straightforward reading style. For fire service, law enforcement, military, civil, industrial, and emergency personnel.


Monday, April 16, 2012

First Aid for the® Medicine Clerkship: Second Edition (First Aid Series)

First Aid for the® Medicine Clerkship: Second Edition (First Aid Series) Review



An Insider's Guide that Provides the Information You Need to Impress on the Wards and Succeed in the Clerkship!

  • The only student-to-student, step-by-step guide to clerkship success
  • Hundreds of recently tested high-yield topics from shelf exams and the USMLE Step 2
  • Exam, Wards, and Typical Scenario boxes for last-minute review
  • Insider tips for outstanding performance on the wards and exams
  • "Classifieds" do the research for you, featuring high-yield websites and top extracurricular opportunities and scholarships
  • Bonus: Pocket-sized tear-out cards with essential wards information!

Online Reviews of the First Edition:

***** [five stars] "All my attendings and residents during my medicine clerkship commented that my fund of knowledge was excellent. Everyone gave me honors, and it was literally all because of this book ... GET THIS BOOK!"

**** [four stars] "... Highly distilled, has quick easy-to-read facts/pearls, and leaves out the crud. I lost mine but I am constantly wanting to go back and review it. I may just buy it again, even though I am done with my Medicine rotation and I am pursuing Surgery."

***** [five stars] "Gives you the key facts about many diseases ... information that will help you answer questions during rounds and on exams ... It's easy to get through, which is important since there's so much to learn during the Internal Medicine rotation (and not enough time!)"

***** [five stars] "Perfect for MSIIIs starting their IM Clerkship; it is also great for Step 2 review and the Medicine Shelf."


Friday, April 13, 2012

The First Aid Companion for Dogs & Cats (Prevention Pets)

The First Aid Companion for Dogs & Cats (Prevention Pets) Review



Is there an animal doctor in the house?

Most likely, the answer is no. And when an accident or other emergency threatens your pet, every minute counts. Don't be unprepared! Open The First-Aid Companion for Dogs and Cats and learn:

* Basic first-aid techniques, such as cleaning a wound, making a splint, and performing CPR-- step-by-step!
* Which over-the-counter human medications can help-- or harm-- your dog or cat
* What to keep in your pet's medicine chest (many essential items are probably in your house already!)
* How to quickly pinpoint what's wrong with your pet, using the First-Aid Symptom Finder

Plus, you'll discover a comprehensive A-to-Z guide to more than 150 common-- and not-so-common-- injuries and conditions, including:

* Abscesses (page 60)
* Bites from Animals (page 90)
* Car Accidents (page 117)
* Choking (page 131)
* Gunshot Wounds (page 224)
* Heatstroke (page 237)
* Hot Spots (page 245)
* Jellyfish Stings (page 269)
* Poisoning (page 311)
* Snakebites (page 350)

Each at-a-glance entry tells you when to call the vet, which supplies or medications you'll need, what immediate action you should take, and what you should do as follow-up care.

By knowing what to do in an emergency and then acting quickly and confidently to take the proper steps, you could save your pet's life. The next time medical help is not quickly available, reach for The First-Aid Companion for Dogs and Cats. It's a pet owner's second best friend.