응급처치 구급상자 – 일상생활 편
이태양
20,000 19,000won
우리는 예상치 못한 순간에 응급상황을 맞닥뜨릴 수 있습니다. 요리를 하다가 손을 베이거나, 길을 걷다가 넘어지거나, 가족이 갑자기 의식을 잃는 상황까지, 일상 속 위험은 언제든 발생할 수 있습니다. 이때 신속하고 올바른 응급처치는 부상의 악화를 막고 생명을 지키는 데 필수적입니다. 하지만 많은 사람이 응급처치법을 모르거나, 알고 있더라도 당황하여 제대로 대처하지 못하는 경우가 많습니다.
Rapid Response Events in the Critically Ill: A Case-Based Approach to Inpatient Medical Emergencies
Arsalan Zaidi MD
185,000 176,000won
Careful monitoring of at-risk patients, early intervention, and timely escalation to the critical care unit from a general ward has been shown to improve patient clinical outcomes. The first text of its kind in this important area, Rapid Response Events in the Critically Ill: A Case-Based Approach to Inpatient Medical Emergencies is designed to help you recognize the fundamental signs of deterioration in patients on medical wards and ensure that transfer is made to the ICU before the development of adverse clinical outcomes. Using a highly effective teaching approach preferred by both residents and fellows, this innovative text links theory to practice with a brief review of clinical cases sourced from various academic centers. Presents 62 real-world clinical cases that demonstrate the principles of diagnosis and therapy, helping you develop a thorough understanding of how to diagnose and treat each condition. Provides practical clinical insights into the best methods to improve patient safety and quality of care through the rapid identification and clinical intervention of hospitalized patients suffering acute deterioration. Emphasizes how to identify and manage problems in a way that integrates theory and clinical experience. Cases contain an algorithmic flow chart for rapid decision-making reference, clinical pearls on diagnosis and management, and a consistent format for quick and easy access to key information. Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
응급 현장초음파 2판
응급중환자영상학회
62,000 58,900won
"응급 현장초음파 2판"은 응급의학과 및 중환자의학과 의료진을 위한 필수 교재로, 초보자부터 전문가까지 모두 활용할 수 있는 자료이다. 이 책은 응급 현장초음파 분야의 권위자인 Nilam J. Soni, Robert A. Arnfield, Pierre Kory 교수가 저술한 Point–of–care Ultrasound 2판을 번역한 것으로, 최신 연구 결과와 풍부한 임상 경험을 반영하여 체계적으로 구성되었다. 응급 현장초음파 검사는 응급 상황에서 신속한 진단과 치료에 필수적인 도구로 자리 잡고 있으며, 이번 개정판에는 혈류역학, 경식도 초음파, 임신 2기와 3기, 소아 및 신생아 초음파, 경두개 초음파 등 새로운 챕터가 추가되었다. 또한, 다양한 임상증례와 삽화를 통해 실제 현장에서의 적용성을 높였으며, 온라인으로 제공되는 추가 자료로 학습 효과를 극대화할 수 있다. "응급 현장초음파 2판"은 응급의학과, 중환자의학과, 외상외과 등 다양한 임상 영역에서 초음파 검사를 활용하는 모든 의료진에게 유용한 자료로, 임상 진료에 필요한 해부학적 장기 순서에 따라 체계적으로 기술되어 있다. 이 교재는 우리나라 응급 현장초음파 검사의 발전과 성장을 이끌 중요한 역할을 할 것이다.
The Paramedic`s Essential Bundle: Practice, Pathophysiology, and Pharmacology, 3/e
Sam Willis
184,800 175,600won
9781394164790 Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice: A Systems Approach, 3rd Edition The third edition of Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice is an essential guide for aspiring paramedics and emergency medical professionals. Authored by experienced paramedics and academics, this fully updated text offers a comprehensive overview of contemporary paramedicine, addressing the evolving paramedic curriculum. With new and updated chapters throughout, the book takes a multidisciplinary approach, ideal for undergraduate paramedic students, as well as registered paramedics, clinicians, and educators. 9781119862802 Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics This comprehensive textbook connects theory to practice, emphasising the importance of a strong understanding of pathophysiology for making rapid and effective clinical decisions. With detailed discussions on patient-focused issues, common and specialised diseases, as well as physiological and psychological alerts, this resource supports high-quality care in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Ideal for all paramedic students and early-career paramedics, it draws on the latest evidence and clinical best practices to prepare them for their vital roles in healthcare. 9781119724322 Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Paramedics This textbook not only enhances students'' expertise but also boosts their self-confidence in their role as paramedics, integrating extensive pharmacological knowledge into a practical plan of care, and, in turn, improving overall patient health and wellbeing. With guidance on using pharmaceutical and prescribing reference guides, comprehensive explorations of legal and ethical issues in paramedicine, practical discussions on pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, drug formulations, and adverse drug reactions, along with in-depth examinations of various medicines, this text is a one-stop reference for paramedics navigating the complexities of pharmacology.
Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics
Ian Peate
92,400 87,900won
An essential introduction to pathophysiology for paramedics Paramedics are specialists in out-of-hospital emergency healthcare; they are also capable of operating as generalist clinicians whose work is indispensable in a variety of healthcare settings. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic, especially, has revealed the versatility of the paramedic workforce. Contemporary paramedic practice continues to break new ground as the workforce is called upon to undertake critical roles in support of the wider healthcare sector. However, to perform their crucial work paramedics require a strong understanding of pathophysiology to enable them to make rapid and effective clinical decisions. Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics is a comprehensive introduction to this subject for aspiring, early-career, and experienced paramedics. This textbook links theory to practice and supports high-quality care in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Drawing on the latest available evidence and clinical best practice, it promises to support current paramedics, and prepare student paramedics for their future as healthcare professionals. User-friendly organisation of topics broken down by body systems Detailed discussion of patient-focused issues, common and specialised diseases, and more Physiological and psychological alerts to aid in diagnosis and response Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics is ideal for all paramedic students and early career paramedics.
Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice: A Systems Approach, 3/e
Sam Willis
79,200 75,300won
Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice An indispensable guide for aspiring paramedics and emergency medical professionals Paramedic practice is swiftly evolving, driven by changes in the paramedic curriculum. To meet the growing demands of the community, student paramedics and clinicians working in out-of-hospital care must stay abreast of this rapid evolution. Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice, Third Edition contributes to driving the profession forward and provides a comprehensive, accessible text authored by experienced paramedics and academics. This third edition has undergone comprehensive updates, introducing new chapters that provide students and recently registered practitioners with a vital overview of the theory and practice of contemporary paramedicine. This is an essential resource for the next generation of paramedics and out-of-hospital practitioners. Readers of the third edition of Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice will find: A multidisciplinary approach incorporating varied and dynamic research New chapters on subjects including end of life care, domestic violence, and paramedic wellbeing Learning activities to aid understanding and retention Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice, Third Edition is ideal for undergraduate paramedic and emergency care students, as well as registered paramedics, clinicians, and educators.
Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Paramedics
Ian Peate
79,200 75,300won
Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Paramedics provides students with the insight and understanding of pharmacological essentials needed to respond effectively to the patients'' needs. This textbook will help students improve, expand, and enhance their expertise and the overall health and wellbeing of their patients, while boosting their self-confidence as paramedics in the process. This textbook integrates the extensive knowledge of pharmacology into a workable and accessible plan of care that will help to improve patient care. The book also includes: Thorough introductions to pharmacology and how to use pharmaceutical, and prescribing reference guides Comprehensive explorations of the legal and ethical issues of pharmacology within paramedicine and the role of the paramedic in medicines management Practical discussions of pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, drug formulations, and adverse drug reactions In-depth examinations of a wide variety of medicines, including analgesics, antibacterials, and medications used in the cardiovascular, renal, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems Written for students of paramedicine, Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Paramedics would also prove an indispensable resource for practicing paramedics seeking a practical, one-stop reference on a challenging subject.
ECGs for Acute, Critical and Emergency Care, Volume 1, 20th Anniversary, 2/e
Amal Mattu
132,000 126,000won
A new edition of this bestselling resource for emergency physicians seeking to expand their knowledge of the 12-lead electrocardiogram and how it relates to patient care ECGs for Acute, Critical and Emergency Care, 2nd Edition, Volume One, provides comprehensive guidance on the use and interpretation of the 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG). Celebrating the 20th anniversary since initial publication, this book is an essential teaching and reference text that helps physicians with basic knowledge of electrocardiography quickly locate the objective criteria necessary for various diagnoses, understand different electrocardiographic waveforms and their meaning in individual patients, and interpret the ECG within the context of the patient''''s presentation. The second edition of ECGs for Acute, Critical and Emergency Care is fully updated and reviewed throughout, featuring ECG cases that are randomly presented to mirror the scenarios encountered in the emergency department. The text contains intermediate and more challenging ECGs representing the common electrocardiographic diagnoses that all acute care physicians need to know. Case histories, clinically focused reviews, ECG interpretations, and comments by the authors accompany each ECG presented. Covers all key areas of accurate ECG interpretation Contains 200 actual ECGs of patients treated in authors'''' emergency departments Focuses on emergency situations, with increased emphasis on recent literature updates in this new edition Includes appendices of differential diagnoses and commonly used abbreviations Written by two highly experienced specialists, ECGs for Acute, Critical and Emergency Care, Second Edition, Volume One, is a must-have resource for trainee physicians, senior medical students, and practicing physicians who manage patients in emergency departments and other clinical care settings.
The RCEM Lecture Notes: Emergency Medicine, 5/e
Catherine Williams
79,200 75,300won
The RCEM Lecture Notes: Emergency Medicine 5th Edition Comprehensive introduction to the core specialty area of emergency medicine Presented in a user-friendly format, combining flowcharts and high-quality illustrations together for an easy-to-read experience, this fifth edition of The RCEM Lecture Notes: Emergency Medicine has been thoroughly revised to reflect recent advances in the field of emergency medicine and to give readers a comprehensive and highly accessible overview of the field. The RCEM Lecture Notes: Emergency Medicine, Fifth Edition presents important ‘need to know’ information for all those involved in treating patients in an emergency setting. The text serves as an excellent starting point to support initial teaching on the subject and reference or revision at the end of a module, rotation, or final exams. Contributions made by a variety of healthcare professionals with significant firsthand experience in the field, The RCEM Lecture Notes: Emergency Medicine contains information on: Major trauma and injuries. Burns, contamination, irradiation, and poisoning. Acute medical, surgical and obstetric conditions relevant to emergency medicine. Paediatric emergency medicine. Mental health and medicolegal aspects of emergency medicine. For more information on the complete range of Wiley medical student and junior doctor publishing, please visit: www.wiley.com To receive automatic updates on Wiley books and journals, join our email list. Sign up today at www.wiley.com/email This new edition is also available as an e-book. For more details, please see http://www.wiley.com/buy/9781119325819 All content reviewed by students for students Wiley Medical Education books are designed exactly for their intended audience. All of our books are developed in collaboration with students. This means that our books are always published with you, the student, in mind. If you would like to be one of our student reviewers, go to www.reviewmedicalbooks.com to find out more.
Advanced Paediatric Life Support: A Practical Approach to Emergencies, 7/e
Stephanie Smith
105,600 100,400won
ADVANCED PAEDIATRIC LIFE SUPPORT A PRACTICAL APPROACH TO EMERGENCIES The gold standard for treating paediatric emergencies Advanced Paediatric Life Support: A Practical Approach to Emergencies is the internationally renowned manual on emergency paediatric care. Written to support the course run by the Advanced Life Support Group, the book uses their structured approach: a tried and tested practical method of treating children during the crucial first few hours of a life-threatening illness or injury. Advanced Paediatric Life Support is used by doctors, nurses and allied health professionals dealing with emergencies in children. Its clear layout and straightforward style make it a highly practical tool both for training and in the event of an emergency. In the seventh edition you will find descriptions of both common and uncommon paediatric emergencies which you may encounter in clinical practice, their causes, and how to best treat them during the first hours after presentation. This book offers a thoroughly evidence-based approach to its subject, which includes: The latest International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) 2021 guidelines A thorough introduction to the structured approach to paediatric emergencies, including important non-technical skills and communication Comprehensive explorations of the seriously ill child, including airway and breathing, circulation, decreased consciousness, seizures and exposure Practical discussions of the seriously injured child, including examinations of chest, abdominal, brain and spinal injuries Evidence-based life support treatment and the practical application of the Advanced Paediatric Life Support structured management Perfect for emergency care physicians, nurses and other allied health professionals, Advanced Paediatric Life Support: A Practical Approach to Emergencies will also benefit paediatric clinicians, doctors-in-training and anyone else with an interest in the team management and treatment of paediatric emergencies.
ABC of Prehospital Emergency Medicine (ABC Series) , 2/e
Tim Nutbeam
66,000 62,800won
In the newly revised second edition of ABC of Prehospital Emergency Medicine, a team of experienced prehospital practitioners deliver a comprehensive up-to-date guide to the rapidly evolving field of prehospital emergency medicine. The book includes evidence-based practice and expert opinion to meet the needs of the PHEM training curriculum covering operational, clinical and system considerations. An international team of expert editors and contributors have also provided readers with: A thorough introduction to prehospital emergency medicine, including activation and deployment, personal protective equipment, and scene safety and assessment Comprehensive exploration of the primary survey, airway, breathing, and circulation assessments Practical discussions of prehospital anesthesia, analgesia, sedation, monitoring and ultrasound The prehospital management of medical, trauma and psychiatric emergencies How to care for special groups, including the elderly, obstetric, pediatric, and bariatric patients Considerations in mass casualty and chemical, biological, radiation, and nuclear incidents. ABC of Prehospital Emergency Medicine is essential reading for paramedics, doctors, nurses and other prehospital practitioners. The text is ideal for those undertaking subspecialty PHEM training, those studying for postgraduate prehospital degree modules, or practitioners undertaking PHEM exams.
The Electrocardiogram in Emergency and Acute Care
Korin B. Hudson
117,600 111,600won
The Electrocardiogram in Emergency and Acute Care Clear, practical guidance in mastering ECG interpretation in the critically ill patient The Electrocardiogram in Emergency and Acute Care contains clear, practical guidance on mastering both single-lead and 12 lead ECGs, covering the full range of complexities and including a section on differential diagnosis of more common ECGs, with over 200 tracings from which to learn and self-test. The editors place an emphasis on readability and accessibility, with clearly written chapters and excellent illustrations that serve as a primary source of information for students, trainees, and practicing emergency physicians in all areas. In The Electrocardiogram in Emergency and Acute Care, readers can expect to find detailed information on topics such as: Clinical applications, impact, and interpretation of the electrocardiogram, plus variants of the normal, lead misplacement, and electrocardiographic artifact encountered in clinical practice Cardiac rhythms and cardiac dysrhythmias, covering cardiac rhythms with normal rates, narrow QRS complex tachycardia, wide QRS complex tachycardia, and bradycardia Anatomic and physiologic considerations of ischemic heart disease, historical development of the prehospital electrocardiogram, and electrocardiographic findings in acute coronary syndrome Special populations, high-risk presentation scenarios, and advanced electrocardiographic techniques, covering electrocardiograms in pediatric and poisoned patients The Electrocardiogram in Emergency and Acute Care is ideally suited to medical students, residents, and physicians in training, but is also a useful reference for established physicians as a review and reference text, along with all other health professionals working in this field.
Critical Care Medicine at a Glance, 4/e
Richard M. Leach
79,200 75,300won
Critical Care Medicine at a Glance The market-leading at a Glance series is popular among healthcare students and newly qualified practitioners for its concise, simple approach and excellent illustrations. Each bite-sized chapter is covered in a double-page spread with clear, easy-to-follow diagrams, supported by succinct explanatory text. Covering a wide range of topics, books in the at a Glance series are ideal as introductory texts for teaching, learning and revision, and are useful throughout university and beyond. Everything you need to know about Critical Care Medicine… at a Glance! Critical Care Medicine at a Glance, Fourth Edition provides a succinct, accessible, highly illustrated introduction to the care of the critically ill patient. Designed for medical students, junior doctors and nurses alike, this authoritative revision guide covers the essential clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills required to manage critically ill patients with a wide range of conditions in a variety of settings. Colour-coded chapters which contain concise explanatory text, applications to practice, and numerous high-quality photographs, illustrations, diagrams and tables. Fully revised to reflect current guidelines, changes in practice and recent medical innovations, this fourth edition includes expanded coverage of resus, sepsis, COVID-19, ECMO, dermatological emergencies, envenomation and other key conditions and procedures. Updated chapters incorporate current assessment methods used by medical schools and postgraduate training programmes, whilst additional ‘Pearls of Wisdom’ boxes and ‘Wise Owl Reading’ reference suggestions are integrated throughout to aid learning and comprehension. Allows rapid access to the knowledge and skills required to care for the acute and critically ill Covers a wide range of topics such as respiratory and neurological emergencies, arrhythmias, ventilation and intubation, trauma surgery and abdominal imaging Features contributions from leading critical care practitioners Provides normal values, reference ranges and treatment and monitoring guidelines for various critical care scenarios Includes practical case studies, revision questions and self-assessment tests with answers Contains several useful appendices, including information on pacemaker types and classifications Critical Care Medicine at a Glance, Fourth Edition is a must-have for medical students, junior doctors and nurses in intensive care and emergency medicine and those undertaking postgraduate exams. For more information on the complete range of Wiley Medical Education publications, please visit: www.wiley.com To receive automatic updates on Wiley books and journals, join our email list. Sign up today at www.wiley.com/email All content reviewed by students for students Wiley Medical Education books are designed exactly for their intended audience. All of our books are developed in collaboration with students. This means that our books are always published with you, the student, in mind. If you would like to be one of our student reviewers, go to www.reviewmedicalbooks.com to find out more. This book is also available as an e-book. For more details, please see www.wiley.com/buy/9781119605881
ABC of Major Trauma: Rescue, Resuscitation with Imaging, and Rehabilitation (ABC Series), 5/e
Peter Anthony Driscoll
92,400 87,900won
An authoritative overview of the management and treatment of major trauma patients In the newly revised, and substantially expanded, Fifth Edition of ABC of Major Trauma, an eminent team of leading trauma specialists delivers a comprehensive, up-to-date, referenced overview of the emergency treatment of patients suffering from major trauma. Covering all aspects of the management of injured patients during the initial, crucial hours after injury, the scope of the book has developed to include imaging appendices for many chapters. The editors have included resources that discuss general considerations for typical trauma cases, as well as the numerous atypical patients including children, the elderly and those who are pregnant. Hyperlinks are now also included throughout the book which enable the reader to refer to continuously updated guidelines. The book also offers: A thorough introduction to the development and organisation of trauma services, including pre-hospital care and major incidents. A guide to the modern trauma team personnel from airway doctor, to trauma nurse, to trauma team leader, while describing the technical and non-technical skills required for the ABCDE of trauma resuscitation, imaging and the subsequent transfer of the patient. Specialist chapters on ballistic trauma, chemical contamination and burns as well as the management of trauma in specialist patient groups including paediatrics, pregnancy, and the elderly. A new and vital chapter on rehabilitation as well an expansion of the measurement of trauma outcomes to include disability and a discussion on how such audits can drive further improvement. Perfect for all those involved in the care of the trauma patient, including nurses, physician associates, hospital doctors, paramedics and pre-hospital teams, the ABC of Major Trauma is a one-stop referenced guide to the care of such patients from the site of injury to maximal recovery. About the ABC series The ABC series has been designed to help you access information quickly and deliver the best patient care, and remains an essential reference tool for GPs, junior doctors, medical students and healthcare professionals. Now offering over 80 titles, this extensive series provides you with a quick and dependable reference on a range of topics in all the major specialties. The ABC series is the essential and dependable source of up-to-date information for all practitioners and students in primary healthcare. To receive automatic updates on books and journals in your specialty, join our email list. Sign up today at www.wiley.com/email
대테러의학
신희준
70,000 66,500won
『대테러의학』은 9·11 이후 전 세계적으로 확산된 테러리즘의 위협 속에서 의학이 어떻게 사람들의 안전을 지킬 수 있는지를 탐구한 책이다. 저자는 2022-2023년 하버드 의과대학(HMS)과 베스 이스라엘 디콘네스 의료 센터(BIDMC)에서 재난의학 펠로우십을 수행하며 세계 최고의 재난 전문가들과 함께 연구하고 강의한 경험을 바탕으로 이 책을 집필하였다. 이 책은 의사, 재난 연구자, 재난 관리자, 구급대원, 경찰, 군인, 정책입안자 등 재난과 테러의 대비 및 대응에 관심이 있는 모든 사람을 대상으로 한다. 특히 테러로부터 생명을 보호하고 상처받은 이들에게 즉각적인 치료와 장기적인 회복을 돕는 방법을 상세히 안내하고 있다. 유엔의 화학무기금지기구(OPCW)와 스톡홀름 협약 등 국제적인 규제, 전 세계 데이터베이스를 통해 화학테러와 관련된 내용을 다루며, 대테러의학(Counter-Terrorism Medicine, CTM)의 중요성과 실천 방법을 설명하고 있으며, 재난의학의 하위 전문 분야로, 테러 공격 및 관련 재난 상황에서 의료 서비스를 제공하는 데 중점을 두고 있다. 『대테러의학』은 CTM의 핵심 원칙과 응급 대응, 사상자 치료, 법 집행 기관과의 협력, 건강 위협의 감시 및 모니터링 등 다양한 주제를 포함한다. 이 책을 통해 독자들은 테러로부터 생명을 보호하고, 상처받은 이들에게는 즉각적인 치료와 장기적인 회복으로 나아갈 수 있을 것이다. 책 『대테러의학』은 테러 위협 속에서도 우리가 희망과 안전을 찾을 수 있는 방법을 배울 수 있도록 도울 것이다.
한국전문외상처치 Korean Trauma Assessment and Treatment 3판
대한응급의학회, 대한외상학회
50,000 47,500won
2024년에 발간된 KTAT 제3판은 한국 외상 의료의 중요한 발전을 담고 있다. 이 개정판은 최신 의학 연구와 임상 경험을 반영하여, 국내외 의료 전문가들이 한국의 외상 의료 현황을 이해하고 세계적 수준의 치료를 제공할 수 있도록 지침을 제공한다. 이 책은 외상 의료를 담당하는 의사, 간호사, 응급구조사, 재활 전문가 등 모든 관련 전문가들에게 필수적인 정보를 제공하며, 협력적인 치료 방법과 의료 시스템의 혁신적 발전을 제시하고 있다. 이번 개정을 통해 의료진은 외상 환자 치료에 필요한 최선의 결정을 내릴 수 있는 힘을 얻을 것이며, 한국 외상 의료의 품질을 한 단계 높일 것이다.
Ferri`s Clinical Advisor 2024
Fred F. Ferri MD
140,000 133,000won
For more than 25 years, Ferri’s Clinical Advisor has provided immediate answers on the myriad medical diseases and disorders you’re likely to encounter in a unique, easy-to-use format. A bestselling title year after year, this popular "5 books in 1" reference delivers vast amounts of information in a user-friendly manner. It is updated annually to provide current and clinically relevant answers on over 1,000 common medical conditions, including diseases and disorders, differential diagnoses, clinical algorithms, laboratory tests, and clinical practice guidelines?all carefully reviewed by experts in key clinical fields. Extensive algorithms, along with hundreds of high-quality photographs, illustrations, diagrams, and tables, ensure that you stay current with today''s medical practice.
Ciottone`s Disaster Medicine, 3/e
Ciottone''s Disaster Medicine
251,000 239,000won
While medical specialists in disaster mitigation, preparedness, and response are needed worldwide, the initial phase of disaster response is almost entirely dependent upon local resources―making it essential that all healthcare personnel have a working knowledge of the field and stand ready to integrate into the response system. Ciottone''s Disaster Medicine, 3rd Edition, is the most comprehensive reference available to help accomplish these goals in every community. It thoroughly covers isolated domestic events as well as global disasters and humanitarian crises. Dr. Gregory Ciottone and more than 200 worldwide authorities share their knowledge and expertise on the preparation, assessment, and management of both natural and man-made disasters, including lessons learned by the responders to contemporary disasters such as the COVID-19 pandemic, Australian and western U.S. wildfires, European heatwaves, the Beirut explosion, recent hurricanes and typhoons, and the global refugee crisis.
Medicine for the Outdoors: The Essential Guide to First Aid and Medical Emergencies, 7/e
Tate Higgins
45,000 43,000won
For nearly 40 years, Medicine for the Outdoors: The Essential Guide to First Aid and Medical Emergencies has been the take-along manual of choice for anyone venturing into the mountains, forest, desert, or on water. This essential guide provides highly illustrated, easy-to-follow guidance on immediate stabilization and treatment of persons with virtually any possible medical problem―designed for on-the-spot use when higher-level medical care is not accessible. Written by experts in outdoor medicine, this updated edition helps you manage any situation until medical personnel can take over. Covers key information on a wide range of disorders related to specific environments, including natural disasters, high-altitude problems, water-related incidents, heat- and cold-related illnesses, and wildland fires. Provides easy-to-understand recommendations for dealing with animal attacks, venomous wildlife, wild plant and mushroom poisoning, minor and major medical problems, infectious diseases, water disinfection, and severe bleeding. Discusses key topics, including antibiotics, medicines, opioid overdose treatment, wound closure techniques, severe bleeding, spinal assessment and immobilization, tourniquets, the use of a Gamow bag for severe altitude illness, splinting, dental emergencies, disaster preparedness, global conflict guidelines, canine medicine, today’s infectious disease threats, and much more. Includes up-to-date guidelines, even more helpful illustrations and diagrams, and a new chapter: Patient Assessment: A Structured Approach to Emergencies in the Outdoors. Includes advanced topics valuable to physicians and expedition medical staff at all levels of training and experience. Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.