The Field Guide of Wilderness & Rescue Medicine
by David Johnson, EMT-P, Jim Morrissey, MD, WEMT
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Author: David Johnson, EMT-P, Jim Morrissey, MD, WEMTEdition: Spiral-bound
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-02-01
ISBN: 0970464606
Number of pages: 99
Publisher: Wilderness Medical Associates
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Book Review: Best one I've seen.
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the most concise, simplest to follow, and overall best field guide I've seen. It lays out procedural illustrations and diagnostic algorithms in an easy to follow format that would still be easy in the middle of nowhere at 3 in the morning. Definitely a must for anyone with a WFR, WEMT, or other wilderness medical cert.
That all being said, there are things I don't like about this book. Some of the acronyms used, and certain "laymen's terms" don't make the most sense, the most annoying of which are "PROP" for Position of comfort, Reassurance, O2 if available, and Positive pressure ventilation, and the use of the term cork for an airway obstructing object. This is just my feeling towards these terms, the rest of the book is absolutely phenomenal, and you can substitute your own care guidelines and terms if you have the training.
Lastly, get the training, this guide is only as good as the skills you have practiced. If you have never practiced these skills, this book will help you, but I assure you it is much more useful if you have taken some training to go with it.
Summary of The Field Guide of Wilderness & Rescue Medicine
The Wilderness Medical Associates Field Guide is the perfect companion for wilderness travelers and recreationalists, outdoor professionals, and rescue specialists. The guide contains a huge list of topics covering the major medical emergencies you may encounter when dialing 911 is not an option. Topics include: patient assessment, common medical problems and their treatment, basic and advanced life support guidelines, spine injury assessment, wound care, dislocation reduction, improvised litters and much, much more. The information is presented in a user-friendly format with charts, diagrams, bullets, and tables. Printed on waterproof and tearproof paper, this Field Guide is truly a piece of gear to be included with your outdoor and/or rescue equipment.Safety & First Aid Books
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