Field Guide to Wilderness Medicine

Auerbach, Paul S. MD, MS, FACEP

Book Information
Edition:	3rd
Publisher:	Mosby
ISBN:	1-4160-4698-4 (1416046984)
ISBN-13:	978-1-4160-4698-1 (9781416046981)
New Edition:	0-323-10045-7
Format:	Hndbk/Pktbk/Outlines
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2008
Publish Date:	05/08
Weight:	1.50 Lbs.
Pages:	922
Carton Quantity:	20
Subject Class:	E-M (Emergency Medicine)
Remarks:	A New Edition of this Title is Available
Return Policy:	Returns accepted up to 10 months provided no other recalls or return restrictions apply.
Contributing Authors:	View

Class Specifications
Discipline:	Practice Med
Subject Definition:	Emergencies-Handbooks; Wounds and Injuries-Therapy-Handbooks
NLM Class:	WB 39
LC Class:	RC88.9
Abstract:	Completely revised and updated, the new edition of this portable guide offers fast-access solutions to all of the medical situations that can occur in non-traditional settings. Based on Dr. Auerbachs critically acclaimed text Wilderness Medicine, 5th Edition, this handbook is packed with how-to step-by-step explanations and the latest practical advice on diagnosis and treatmentemphasizing ways of improvising care with whatever materials you have available. Its small enough to be carried in a cars glove compartment or in your backpackyet detailed enough to cover the clinical presentation and treatment of a full range of emergencies! Offers appendices that address everything from environment-specific situations to lists of essential supplies, medicines, and many additional topics of care, enabling you to meet a full-range of emergency situations with the utmost effectiveness. Features a new appendix on jungle travel and survival, and new chapters on forest fires, bandaging and taping techniques, mental health, hydration and dehydration, malariaand moreequipping you to handle any emergency you might encounter in the wilderness. Presents thorough revisions to all previously existing chaptersensuring that you have the latest knowledge at your fingertips.

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