The 2011 Edition now reflects the new 2010 emergency cardiovascular care guidelines. This straightforward EMT-Basic textbook follows the U.S. Department ofTransportation National Standard Curriculum (NSC) for the EMT-Basic closer than any other textbook. It includes four new chapters, as well as supplemental information requested by instructors. The clear, easy-to-read writing style and visually engaging design make this text a favorite among EMT-Basic students.Plus, an all-new companion DVD, featuring all of the skill sequences contained in the textbook, is included. Instructor resources available; contact your sales representative for details. INDICE: Division One PREPARATORYChapter 1 Introduction to Emergency Medical CareChapter 2 The Well-being of the EMT BasicChapter 3 Medicolegal and Ethical IssuesChapter 4 The Human BodyChapter 5 Baseline Vital Signs and SAMPLE HistoryChapter 6 Lifting and Moving PatientsChapter 7 Assisting the ALS ProviderDivision Two AIRWAYChapter 8 The AirwayDivision Three PATIENT ASSESSMENTChapter9 Scene Size-UpChapter 10 Initial AssessmentChapter 11 Focused History and Physical Examination for Trauma PatientsChapter 12 Focused History and Physical Examination for Medical PatientsChapter 13 Detailed Physical ExaminationChapter 14 Ongoing AssessmentChapter 15 CommunicationsChapter 16 DocumentationDivision Four MEDICAL/BEHAVIORAL EMERGENCIES AND OBSTRETICS AND GYNECOLOGYChapter 17General PharmacologyChapter 18 Respiratory EmergenciesChapter 19 Cardiovascular EmergenciesChapter 20 Diabetes and Altered Mental StatusChapter 21 AllergicReactionsChapter 22 Poisoning and OverdoseChapter 23 Environmental EmergenciesChapter 24 Behavioral EmergenciesChapter 25 Obstretics and GynecologyChapter 26 GeriatricsDivision Five TRAUMAChapter 27 Bleeding and ShockChapter 28 Soft Tissue InjuriesChapter 29 Musculoskeletal CareChapter 30 Injuries to the Head and SpineDivision Six INFANTS AND CHILDRENChapter 31 Infant and Child Emergency CareDivision Seven OPERATIONSChapter 32 Ambulance OperationsChapter 33 Gaining AccessChapter 34 Overviews: Special Response SituationsChapter 35 Tactical Emergency Medical SupportChapter 36 First Responder Procedures with Weapons ofMass DestructionDivision Eight ADVANCED AIRWAYChapter 37 Advanced Airway TechniquesAtlas of Trauma InjuriesAppendix A CPR
- ISBN: 978-0-323-08529-8
- Editorial: Mosby-Elsevier
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 672
- Fecha Publicación: 24/06/2011
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés