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Book Synopsis: Manage hiking, camping, backpacking, and outdoor emergenciesThere's never a good place for a medical emergency, but some locations are much worse than others. If you are out in nature, far from help, when the unthinkable happens, you must be prepared. Outdoor Medicine is your handy, portable, easy-to-understand guide that helps you to follow the correct course of action. Whether it's illness, injury, or life-or-death conditions, author Patrick Brighton, M.D., FACS, is there to lend his experience in assessing and managing backcountry emergencies. The author's expertise―as a board-certified trauma surgeon and a mountaineer, climber, kayaker, and member of a mountain rescue team―has allowed him to develop concise descriptions of the diagnosis, treatment options, and evacuation strategies for several common medical emergencies. This tabbed booklet is organized by type of injury, so you can quickly reference the information you need to evaluate and treat the condition. There's no need to wade through time-consuming data that you won't use. The easily digestible instructions help you to assess the situation and decide how to proceed, with tips on what to do and what not to do. The guide also takes into consideration the variable challenges you might face: limited resources, weather, victim/rescuer capabilities, and evacuation options. With strategies based on the latest research from the American College of Surgeons, the American Heart Association, and Dr. Brighton's decades of experience, you can be certain that you're getting the best advice available. So get this pocket-sized guide to outdoor medicine, and hope that you never have to use it―but take comfort in knowing that it's there if you do.
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Are you an adventure enthusiast who loves exploring the great outdoors? Then you know that no matter how prepared you may be, accidents can happen. That's why you need Outdoor Medicine: Management of Wilderness Medical Emergencies, a must-have companion for anyone engaging in hiking, camping, backpacking, and other outdoor activities. Written by renowned trauma surgeon and seasoned outdoor explorer, Patrick Brighton, this book is your definitive guide to handling medical emergencies in the wilderness.
With Outdoor Medicine, you'll find all the essential information at your fingertips, ready to assist you when you need it the most. The book is conveniently organized to match various types of injuries, ensuring that you can quickly locate the information you need with ease. Say goodbye to wasting time sifting through irrelevant data!
Dr. Brighton's expertise shines through every page, offering concise descriptions of diagnosis, treatment options, and evacuation strategies for common medical emergencies. Drawing upon years of experience as a mountaineer, climber, kayaker, and member of a mountain rescue team, Dr. Brighton understands the unique challenges of backcountry emergencies. This is the advice you can trust, backed by the latest research from reputable institutions like the American College of Surgeons and the American Heart Association.
Whether you find yourself in a situation with limited resources, challenging weather conditions, or the need for efficient evacuation, Outdoor Medicine has got you covered. Compact and easy to carry, this pocket-sized guide will be your safety net in the wilderness. Don't wait until it's too late. Get your copy of Outdoor Medicine: Management of Wilderness Medical Emergencies today, and be well-equipped to handle any unexpected situation that comes your way.
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