Medicine for the Outdoors: The Essential Guide to First Aid and Medical Emergencies

Medicine for the Outdoors: The Essential Guide to First Aid and Medical Emergencies

<p>Since 1986, <b><i>Medicine for the Outdoors</b></i> has been hailed as the definitive take-along manual on the subject. Packed with <b>step-by-step instructions </b>and <b>how-to explanations</b>, this updated edition tells you the best way to respond to just about any medical problem. Logically organized, simple-to-understand enhanced illustrations and an increased focus on new topics mean this medical reference book may literally <b>save your life</b>. Whether you’re venturing into mountains, deserts, forests, or out to sea, <b>it belongs in your pack!</b> </p><ul><b><li>Examine the most diverse and comprehensive coverage</b> of medical conditions related to the outdoors.</li><li><b>Be guided through logical and complete explanations</b> of every topic.</li><li><b>Enhance your understanding</b> with descriptive material including numerous drawings and instructions.</li><li><b>Research recommendations</b> for injury and illness prevention.</li><li><b>Locate answers quickly</b> with a helpful comprehensive index.</li></ul><ul><b><li>Clearly visualize how to perform</b> <b>specific treatments</b>, such as the use of a SAM® splint, with an increased number of helpful illustrations. </li><li><b>Stay abreast of the latest in emergency medicine care, </b>including new antibiotics, medicines, products to control bleeding, and today's most common infectious disease threats.</li><li><b>Enhance your understanding</b> of Lyme disease; water disinfection; emerging diseases (including West Nile Virus); and how to seek safety and act during natural disasters.</li><li><b>Take advantage of Dr. Auerbach’s expert guidance</b> with revised recommendations on high-altitude problems, drowning, airways management, toxic plants, and snake bites.</li><li><b>Access new appendices </b>covering AIDS/HIV transmission, expanded treatment instructions, global conflict guidelines (including terrorism), and canine medicine. </li><li><b>Consult this title on your favorite e-reader</b>.</li></ul>