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Safety & First Aid - Wilderness First Responder: How To Recognize, Treat, And Prevent Emergencies In The Backcountry

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Book Synopsis: The cutting edge in medical training for wilderness rescue and self careWilderness First Responder is a comprehensive text for the recognition, treatment, and prevention of backcountry emergencies. It's essential reading for wilderness educators, trip leaders, guides, search and rescue groups, and anyone who works or plays far from definitive medical care. This invaluable resource includes expert, step-by-step instructions, clear illustrations, and “Signs and Symptoms” sidebars designed to help anyone provide immediate care in the wilderness—whenever they are more than an hour away from an ambulance or a hospital. It shows how to conduct a patient assessment, improvise when ideal materials are not handy, and decide whether or not to evacuate a patient. Readers will learn how to assess and treat:
  • Airway obstructions
  • Cardiac arrest
  • External and internal bleeding
  • Shock
  • Spine injuries
  • Head injuries
  • Chest injuries
  • Abdominal injuries
  • Fractures and dislocations
  • Athletic injuries
  • Soft-tissue injuries
  • Cold- or heat-induced injuries
  • Altitude sickness
  • Insect bites & stings
  • Diabetic emergencies
  • Poisoning emergencies
  • Allergic reactions and anaphylaxis
  • And much, much more

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Are you an adventurer at heart? Do you love exploring the great outdoors? Don't let fear of emergencies hold you back from experiencing the thrill of the wilderness. Introducing Wilderness First Responder: How To Recognize, Treat, And Prevent Emergencies In The Backcountry, the ultimate guide to keeping you safe and confident in the wild.

With Wilderness First Responder, you will have the cutting edge in medical training right at your fingertips. This comprehensive text is a must-read for wilderness educators, trip leaders, guides, search and rescue groups, and anyone who ventures far from traditional medical care. Whether you're hiking, camping, or participating in extreme sports, this invaluable resource will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to handle any backcountry emergency.

Featuring expert, step-by-step instructions and clear illustrations, Wilderness First Responder is designed to empower anyone to provide immediate care in the wilderness. No matter if you are more than an hour away from an ambulance or a hospital, this book will guide you through conducting patient assessments, improvising when ideal materials are not available, and making crucial evacuation decisions.

Why risk your safety when help is not readily available? Wilderness First Responder covers a wide range of emergency scenarios, from airway obstructions to cardiac arrest, external and internal bleeding to spine injuries, and much more. It even addresses unique challenges such as altitude sickness and insect bites. Whether you come across diabetic emergencies or allergic reactions, this guide has got you covered. You'll have peace of mind knowing you can handle any situation that comes your way.

Don't let emergencies ruin your outdoor adventures. Be prepared for anything with Wilderness First Responder: How To Recognize, Treat, And Prevent Emergencies In The Backcountry. Don't wait - get your copy now and unlock the knowledge and confidence you need to explore the wilderness to its fullest!

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