Principles of Advanced Trauma Care - Softcover

Hubble, Michael; Hubble, Johnsie

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0766819876 ISBN 13: 9780766819870

Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning, 2001

Synopsis

This resource presents the most recent developments in emergency management of trauma. It begins with the principles of trauma care followed by field assessment and triage of the patient. Subsequent sections address treatment methods for field, emergency department, and special situations. Advanced life support skills are covered as well, including new procedures, techniques, and equipment. Chapters include field case studies and references to current literature sources in trauma management.

About this title

Synopsis

Representing recent advances in emergency management of trauma, this textbook describes the principles of trauma care, filed assessment, and triage. The epidemiology and etiology of specific injuries are discussed, and the treatment of special populations (including the aged, children, and pregnant women) is covered. Michael Hubble is the director

Edition details

• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0766819876
• ISBN 13: 9780766819870
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 800