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Medicine for the Outdoors - 6th Edition by Paul S Auerbach (Paperback)

Medicine for the Outdoors - 6th Edition by  Paul S Auerbach (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Since 1986, <b><i>Medicine for the Outdoors</b></i> has been hailed as the definitive take-along manual on the subject. Packed with <b>step-by-step instructions </b>and <b>how-to explanations</b>, 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 <b>save your life</b>. Whether you're venturing into mountains, deserts, forests, or out to sea, <b>it belongs in your pack!</b> <i>A comprehensive guide to basically anything that could go wrong, or needs to medically managed whilst in out and about.</i> <b>Reviewed by: </b> Dr Stevan R Bruijns, Senior Lecturer in Emergency Medicine at University of Cape Town <b>Date: </b> July 2015</p><ul><b> <li>Examine the most diverse and comprehensive coverage</b> of medical conditions related to the outdoors.</li> <li><b>Be guided through logical and complete explanations</b> of every topic.</li> <li><b>Enhance your understanding</b> with descriptive material including numerous drawings and instructions.</li> <li><b>Research recommendations</b> for injury and illness prevention.</li> <li><b>Locate answers quickly</b> with a helpful comprehensive index.</li></ul><ul><b> <li>Clearly visualize how to perform</b> <b>specific treatments</b>, such as the use of a SAM(R) splint, with an increased number of helpful illustrations. </li> <li><b>Stay abreast of the latest in emergency medicine care, </b>including new antibiotics, medicines, products to control bleeding, and today's most common infectious disease threats.</li> <li><b>Enhance your understanding</b> of Lyme disease; water disinfection; emerging diseases (including West Nile Virus); and how to seek safety and act during natural disasters.</li> <li><b>Take advantage of Dr. Auerbach's expert guidance</b> with revised recommendations on high-altitude problems, drowning, airways management, toxic plants, and snake bites.</li> <li><b>Access new appendices </b>covering AIDS/HIV transmission, expanded treatment instructions, global conflict guidelines (including terrorism), and canine medicine. </li> <li><b>Expert Consult eBook version included with purchase.</b> This<b> enhanced eBook experience </b>allows you to search all of the text, figures, references, and videos from the book on a variety of devices. </li></ul><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p><i>A comprehensive guide to basically anything that could go wrong, or needs to medically managed whilst in out and about. It packs a lot of information into a digestible handbook. It is aimed at an above average, medically minded, lay adventurer and as a result is written in plain language.</i><i> </i></p> <p><b>Reviewed by: </b> Dr Stevan R Bruijns, Senior Lecturer in Emergency Medicine at University of Cape Town <b>Date: </b> July 2015</p> <p><i>This is an essential resource to have on a wilderness adventure as it provides people with minimal formal medical education recommendations for caring for fellow travelers with medical emergencies. It packs a significant amount of information into a book that is small enough to take into the wilderness. -Maria Kristine Goertz, M.D.</i> (Regions Hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center)</p><br>

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