Medicine for the outdoors : the essential guide to first aid and medical emergencies

Since 1986, **__Medicine for the Outdoors__** has been hailed as the definitive take-along manual on the subject. Packed with **step-by-step instructions** and **how-to explanations**, this updated edition tells you the best way to respond to just about any medical problem. Logically organized, simple-to-understand enhanced illustrations and an increased focus on new topics mean this medical reference book may literally **save your life**. Whether you’re venturing into mountains, deserts, forests, or out to sea, **it belongs in your pack!** __"A comprehensive guide to basically anything that could go wrong, or needs to medically managed whilst in out and about."__ **Reviewed by:** Dr Stevan R Bruijns, Senior Lecturer in Emergency Medicine at University of Cape Town **Date:** July 2015 * **Examine the most diverse and comprehensive coverage** of medical conditions related to the outdoors. * **Be guided through logical and complete explanations** of every topic. * **Enhance your understanding** with descriptive material including numerous drawings and instructions. * **Research recommendations** for injury and illness prevention. * **Locate answers quickly** with a helpful comprehensive index. * **Clearly visualize how to perform** **specific treatments**, such as the use of a SAM® splint, with an increased number of helpful illustrations. * **Stay abreast of the latest in emergency medicine care,** including new antibiotics, medicines, products to control bleeding, and today's most common infectious disease threats. * **Enhance your understanding** of Lyme disease; water disinfection; emerging diseases (including West Nile Virus); and how to seek safety and act during natural disasters. * **Take advantage of Dr. Auerbach’s expert guidance** with revised recommendations on high-altitude problems, drowning, airways management, toxic plants, and snake bites. * **Access new appendices** covering AIDS/HIV transmission, expanded treatment instructions, global conflict guidelines (including terrorism), and canine medicine. * **Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase.** This **enhanced eBook experience** allows you to search all of the text, figures, references, and videos from the book on a variety of devices. General information. How to use this book ; Before you go ; General first-aid principles Major medical problems. An approach to the unconscious victim ; Chest injury ; Serious lung disorders ; Chest pain ; Bleeding ; Shock ; Head injury ; Allergic reaction ; Seizure ; Fractures and dislocations ; Amputation ; Burns ; Inhalation injuries ; Abdominal pain ; Emergency childbirth ; Diabetes ; Stroke ; Infectious diseases ; Dealing with death Minor medical problems. General symptoms ; Head (also eye, ear, nose, throat, and mouth) ; Upper respiratory disorders ; Disorders of the gastrointestinal tract ; Skin disorders ; Minor bruises and wounds ; Musculoskeletal injuries ; Disorders of the kidneys, bladder, and prostate ; Male genital problems ; Psychiatric emergencies Disorders related to specific environments. Injuries and illnesses due to cold ; Injuries and illnesses due to heat ; Wildland fires ; High altitude-related problems ; Snakebite ; Insect and arthropod bites ; Lightning striek, tornado (cyclone), hurricane (typhoon), flood, earthquake, tidal wave (tsunami), landslide (mudslide), volcano, and snow ; Avalanche ; Hazardous aquatic life and aquatic infections ; Underwater diving accidents ; Drowning ; Animal attacks ; Wild plant and mushroom poisoning Miscellaneous information. Oxygen administration ; Water disinfection ; Motion sickness ; Jet lag ; First-aid kits ; Immunizations ; Transport of the injured victim ; Ground-to-air distress signals ; Lost people ; Procedures. "Named a top 10 medical title in 2009 by the Wall Street Journal. Since 1986, Medicine for the Outdoors has been hailed as the definitive take-along manual on the subject. Packed with step-by-step instructions, how-to explanations, and practical approaches to outdoor and wilderness emergencies, it tells you the best ways to respond to just about any medical problem when help is miles or days away. Author Paul S. Auerbach, MD, MS, FACEP, FAWM, is recognized as one of the world's leading authorities on wilderness medicine. This 5th edition features major updates to bring you the latest on emerging infectious diseases ... the most current drug and dosage information ... an increased emphasis on making do with the materials at hand ... and much more. Logically organized, easy to reference, and simple to understand, Medicine for the Outdoors may literally save your life. When you're venturing into mountains, deserts, forests, jungles, or out to sea, it belongs in your duffel or backpack!"--Publisher's website