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Medicine for the Outdoors 4TH Edition Essential

by Paul S Auerbach

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Publisher Comments:

Since its introduction in 1986, this indispensable guide has been hailed as the definitive take-along text on the subject of outdoor medicine. This edition has been completely revised and expanded, making it even more essential for the growing numbers enjoying outdoor activities. With more than 250 illustrations, MEDICINE FOR THE OUTDOORS provides state-of-the-art medical procedures for just about every injury or illness likely to be encountered in the wild. It is logically organized, easy to reference, and surprisingly simple to understand.

Book News Annotation:

Auerbach (emergency medicine, Stanford U.) offers clear and expert medical advice for all types of illnesses and injuries in this time- tested reference for outdoor travelers. The comprehensive book covers common ailments and offers travel-specific information on animal and insect bites, altitude sickness, and how to get out of dangerous situations such as wildfires and lightning storms. The book's coverage extends to major medical problems such as fractures, amputations, burns, and emergency childbirth. The fourth edition is revised and updated with advances in medical knowledge and a new preface. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Synopsis:

This comprehensive guide is a must for anyone heading into the wilderness.

Synopsis:

For nearly two decades, Medicine for the Outdoors has been the book to which outdoor travelers have turned for expert explanations and clear, understandable guidance on treating just about any medical problem imaginable. Written by Paul Auerbach, one of the country's foremost authorities on wilderness and emergency medicine, this thoroughly expanded and updated Fourth Edition will continue this remarkable book's best-selling tradition.

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About the Author

PAUL AUERBACH is one of the foremost authorities on emergency medicine in the United States. Clinical Professor of Surgery in the Emergency Medicine division at Stanford University Hospital, Chief Operating Officer of Med America, and former editor of the Journal of Wilderness Medicine, Auerbach is also the author of four other books. He lives in Los Altos, California.

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Product Details

ISBN:
9781585747887
Subtitle:
The Essential Guide to Emergency Medical Procedures and First Aid; Revised and Expanded Edition
Author:
Gralapp, Christine
Author:
Auerbach, Paul S.
Author:
Bartlett, Alexandrine
Publisher:
The Lyons Press
Location:
New York
Subject:
Outdoor Skills
Subject:
Reference
Subject:
First Aid
Subject:
Allied Health Services - Emergency Medical Services
Subject:
First aid in illness and injury
Subject:
Recreation
Subject:
Emergencies
Subject:
Outdoor medical emergencies
Edition Number:
4
Edition Description:
Revised, Expand
Series Volume:
no. 85
Publication Date:
20030401
Binding:
TP
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
544
Dimensions:
8.84x6.36x1.11 in. 1.58 lbs.
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