Mosby's EMT-Basic
2nd Edition
Published on 17. February 2005
Book
Hardback
672 pages
978-0-323-02815-8 (ISBN)
Description
This straightforward EMT-Basic textbook follows the U.S. Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum (NSC) for the EMT-Basic closer than any other textbook. The long-awaited 2nd edition 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.
More details
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
Approx. 700 illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 276 mm
Width: 216 mm
Weight
1685 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-323-02815-8 (9780323028158)
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Content
Division One: Preparatory1 Introduction to Emergency Medical Care Expanded!2 The Well-Being of the EMT-Basic3 Medicolegal and Ethical Issues4 The Human Body5 Baseline Vital Signs and SAMPLE History6 Lifting and Moving Patients7 Assisting with ALS New!Division Two: Airway8 The AirwayDivision Three: Patient Assessment9 Scene Size-Up10 Initial Assessment11 Focused History and Physical Examination for Trauma Patients12 Focused History and Physical Examination for Medical Patients13 Detailed Physical Examination14 Ongoing Assessment15 Communication16 Documentation Expanded!Division Four: Medical/Behavioral Emergencies and Obstetrics and Gynecology17 General Pharmacology18 Respiratory Emergencies19 Cardiovascular Emergencies20 Diabetes and Altered Mental Status21 Allergic Reactions22 Poisoning and Overdose23 Environmental Emergencies24 Behavioral Emergencies25 Obstetrics and Gynecology26 Geriatrics New!Division Five: Trauma27 Bleeding and Shock28 Soft-Tissue Injuries29 Musculoskeletal Care30 Injuries to the Head and SpineDivision Six: Infants and Children31 Infant and Child Emergency CareDivision Seven: Operations32 Ambulance Operations Expanded!33 Gaining Access34 Overviews: Special Response Situations35 Tactical Emergency Medical Support New!36 Weapons of Mass Destruction New!Division Eight: Advanced Airway37 Advanced Airway TechniquesAtlas of Trauma InjuriesAppendix A: CPRGlossary