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.


Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Everything First Aid Book: How to Handle Falls and Breaks, Choking, Cuts and Scrapes, Insect Bites and Rashes, Burns, Poisoning, and When to Call 911 (Everything Series)

Everything First Aid Book: How to Handle Falls and Breaks, Choking, Cuts and Scrapes, Insect Bites and Rashes, Burns, Poisoning, and When to Call 911 (Everything Series) Review



From minor household injuries that involve cuts and scrapes to bigger emergencies like burns and broken bones, "The Everything First Aid Book" is a must-have handbook. Co-authored by a paramedic with a technical review by a physician, this book is a survival guide for the home, covering everything from: how to perform CPR and the essentials of a first aid kit; how to decide if it is an emergency; the ABCs of making and securing a splint; dealing with heart pains and choking; how to handle electrical injuries, pool injuries and more; and how to set up and implement an emergency plan. With "The Everything First Aid Book", you'll never panic in a moment of crisis again.


Saturday, April 7, 2012

Angel First Aid: Remedies for Life, Love, and Prosperity

Angel First Aid: Remedies for Life, Love, and Prosperity Review



Angel First Aid is a practical guidebook to the ethereal realm that leads us to the right angel for every kind of problem, from relationships and business to parenting and pet troubles. Each chapter includes visualization exercises to summon the correct angel, as well as illustrative case studies of angels orchestrating serendipitous events—saving marriages, averting disasters, creating friendships. “Second Opinions” offer additional commentary from professionals and other respected members of the community. There’s no more valuable resource for anyone hoping for a little advice and reassurance from “up above.” 


Monday, April 2, 2012

Hands-on Horse Care: The Complete Book of Equine First-Aid

Hands-on Horse Care: The Complete Book of Equine First-Aid Review



Three simple-reference sections use carefully crafted questions and answers devised by veterinarians to provide all the tools needed to deal with everything from general horse care and welfare to more serious illnesses and injuries. With its highly visual flow-chart format readers can start with an observed symptom, determine whether it's a potential problem that warrants action and be guided towards the best course of action to take. Full of invaluable instruction and advice, this book will help horse owners develop a better relationship with their veterinarians and become more confident horsekeepers and observers.


Sunday, April 1, 2012

Natural First Aid: Herbal Treatments for Ailments & Injuries/Emergency Preparedness/Wilderness Safety (Storey Medicinal Herb Guide)

Natural First Aid: Herbal Treatments for Ailments & Injuries/Emergency Preparedness/Wilderness Safety (Storey Medicinal Herb Guide) Review



An A-to-Z guide to using herbs to treat everything from ant bites to wounds. Create a natural first aid kit.