Paramedic Care: Principles and Practice: Introduction to Advanced Prehospital Care

Bledsoe, Bryan E. DO, FACEP, EMT-P

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Book Information
Edition:	5th
Publisher:	Pearson Education
ISBN:	0-13-457203-3 (0134572033)
ISBN-13:	978-0-13-457203-1 (9780134572031)
Old Edition:	0-13-211208-6
Binding:	Hardcover
Copyright:	2017
Publish Date:	05/16
Volume:	1
Weight:	3.63 Lbs.
Pages:	668
Carton Quantity:	10
Subject Class:	HRP (Health Related Professions)
Return Policy:	Non-Returnable.
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Class Specifications
ISSN Series:	Paramedic Care: Principles & Practice
Discipline:	Practice Med
Subject Definition:	Emergencies; Emergency Medical Technicians; Emergency Trmt
NLM Class:	WB 105
LC Class:	RC86.7
Abstract:	A strong, evidence-based foundation in the principles and practices of modern EMS Paramedic Care: Principles & Practice, Fifth Edition, offers EMS students and professionals a foundational guide and reference to paramedicine. Developed to stay ahead of current trends and practices, all five volumes are based on the National EMS Education Standards and the accompanying Paramedic Instructional Guidelines. Volume 1, Introduction to Advanced Prehospital Care, covers the principles of advanced prehospital care and EMS operations. Chapters detail the various aspects of paramedic practice as well as an introduction to workforce safety and wellness, EMS research, the EMS role in public health, legal and ethical considerations, and EMS system communications and documentation. The final chapters of this volume cover lifespan development, pathophysiology, emergency pharmacology, intravenous access and medication administration, and airway management and ventilation. Updated throughout, Volume 1 gives readers a fundamental understanding of EMS operations, basic medical science, and basic procedures.