The Outward Bound Wilderness First-aid Handbook: Revised & Updated (Falcon Guides, Outward Bound) - Softcover

Isaac, Jeffery

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0762745134 ISBN 13: 9780762745135

Publisher: Globe Pequot Press, 2008

Synopsis

THE OUTWARD BOUND WILDERNESS FIRST-AID HANDBOOK,
Revised and Updated                                                                                       (Falcon)
Jeffrey Isaac
 
 
Completely updated edition of the reference that sold 50,000 copies
 
 
This comprehensive, illustrated reference book clearly explains all essential diagnostics and first-aid procedures necessary for wilderness injuries. Included are outlines of major body systems, bones, joints, and soft tissue injuries as well as toxins, allergens, common symptoms and cures, medical supplies, wilderness travel, and the newest first-aid methods for all outdoor situations.  Filled with black and white illustrations, this is the seminar text used by the Wilderness Medical Associates. Now revised and updated, it is the best book on the market for anyone headed into the great outdoors. 
 
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Jeffrey Isaac is a physician assistant, author, and senior instructor at Wilderness Medical Associates.  He works at Crested Butte Medical Center and with Crested Butte Search and Rescue in Colorado.
 

About this title

Synopsis

This fully updated and comprehensive handbook clearly explains all the essential diagnostic and first-aid procedures needed when someone is injured in the wilderness. "The Outward Bound Wilderness First-Aid Handbook" provides expert information on the newest first-aid methods and practices appropriate to wilderness care, including details of general principles used in wilderness medicine - basic life-support, major body system care, bone, joint, and soft tissues injuries, toxins and allergies, and symptoms of common ailments. This is an essential volume for anyone planning a trip into the great outdoors - whether you are a seasoned pro or a keen amateur.

From the Back Cover

This comprehensive reference book clearly explains essential diagnostics and first-aid procedures necessary for wilderness injuries. Included are general principles in wilderness medicine; basic life support; outlines of major body systems, bones, joints, and soft tissue injuries, as well as toxins, allergens, common symptoms and cures; medical supplies; wilderness travel; and the newest first-aid methods for outdoor situations. This handbook is based on the continuously revised and updated Wilderness Medical Associates curriculum, and is an essential reference for anyone headed into the great outdoors.

About this edition

• Publisher: Globe Pequot Press
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0762745134
• ISBN 13: 9780762745135
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 241