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The Icu Book
: :...a problem-oriented focus on how to function in the ICU ...covers common problems and practices, pathophysiology, invasive hemodynamic monitoring, resuscitation, and mechanical ventilation.
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The Healing Powers Of Vinegar: A Complete Guide to Nature's Most Remarkable Remedy (IGN Green)
: :Vinegar has been used since ancient times to relieve many common ailments, from dandruff to acne. Nature's most remarkable RX also is a fat fighter and disease fighter which new research shows in The Healing Powers of Vinegar. Written in a first person,easy-to-read style, health journalist Cal Orey includes information on apple cider vinegar, herbal vinegars and most importantly, links new research on red wine vinegar to the heart-healthy benefits that red wine contains. The Healing Powers of Vinegar also includes household uses, beauty preparations (Martha Washingston's famous facial), and over 100 ...
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Wilderness Medicine, Beyond First Aid, 5th Edition
: :You and your group are on the adventure of a lifetime, far from civilization, surrounded by wilderness. Someone gets hurt or sick. What do you do? With Dr. William Forgey's comprehensive Wilderness Medicine: Beyond First Aid in hand, you can recognize, assess, and treat many kinds of medical emergencies. This illustrated text is essential reading for anyone from trip leaders, guides, and search and rescue groups to EMTs, paramedics, and physicians who must provide immediate care when access to a medical facility is difficult or impossible. Learn how to survey, assess, and ...
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The American Red Cross First Aid and Safety Handbook
: :Helps readers learn the crucial first aid measures to be applied in any situation, from cuts and burns to cardiac arrest, with instructions and drawings adapted for the first time for home use. 150,000 first printing. $400,000 ad/promo. Lit Guild.
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The First Aid Companion for Dogs & Cats (Prevention Pets)
: :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, ...
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American College of Emergency Physicians First Aid Manual, Secondedition (American College of Emergency Physicians)
: :The American College of Emergency Physicians has created an essential and comprehensive first aid manual with treatments and techniques explained, step-by-step and illustrated with hundreds of photographs to show how to perform them correctly. Featuring important life-saving procedures, including rescue breathing, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, treatment for a blocked airway, and other life-threatening situations, the book also provides detailed anatomical information and offers treatments for people of any age in any situation.
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Mountain Rescue Doctor: Wilderness Medicine in the Extremes of Nature
: :“A fast-paced account of Mt. Hood. For readers who are unfamiliar with the rugged and beautiful Hood River area, [Van Tilburg] balances its undeniable perils with the joys of its scenic wonders . . .”--Publisher’s Weekly “Van Tilburg’s dogged spadework in translating to the page the intricate essentials of his unique trade makes each breathtaking rescue literally come to life. Exhilarating take on the daily life of a unique brand of doctor.”--Kirkus “As a medical doctor, a previously published author (Backcountry Snowboarding; Introducing Your Kids to the Outdoors), and an adventure-sports devotee himself, Van ...
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Altitude Illness: Prevention & Treatment : How to Stay Healthy at Altitude : From Resort Skiing to Himalayan Climbing
: :Stay healthy at high heights with this pocket guide—now updated with the most current information on preparing for and adapting to altitude. ·Updated guidelines for people going to altitude (heights above 7,000 feet) with pre-existing health conditions such as heart conditions, diabetes, and cancer ·A handy glossary and easy-to-read tables covering symptoms and signs, altitude illness, and high altitude drugs ·Case studies of real situations and a question-and-answer section help readers better understand general issues about altitude and its effects, and more This new edition provides the latest information on prevention and ...
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Accidents in North American Mountaineering 2008 (Accidents in North American Mountaineering)
from: American Alpine Club
: :This annual investigative handbook offers detailed reports of more than 60 climbing accidents that occurred in 1997. Analyses of what went wrong in each situation give experienced and beginning mountaineers the opportunity to learn from other climbers' mistakes. From inadequate protection, clothing, or equipment to inexperience, poor judgment, or simple ignorance, the errors recorded in this book are invaluable safety lessons for all climbers.
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First Responder Workbook
: :Workbook provides the practice necessary for mastery of the skills needed to become an effective First Responder. Includes coverage of the U.S. DOT First Responder National Standard Curriculum for fire service, emergency, law enforcement, military, civil, and industrial personnel. To be used in conjunction with the parent text. Three-hole punched with perf. pages.
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