Good Housekeeping Family First Aid

From the most trusted magazine in America, comes a must-have first-aid encyclopedia.

No one likes to think about it, but every family faces medical emergencies sometimes. Be prepared to handle them with the help of Good Housekeeping, America’s most trusted magazine. Refreshingly free of jargon, this newly revised and fully cross-referenced handbook covers first-aid topics in a format that makes it easy to find what you need, quickly. The outstanding features include color bars that highlight specific sections for swift access and dozens of ways to prevent injuries and illness. Invaluable information on administering first aid shows you how to: assess the scene and the victim; apply CPR; use automated external defibrillators; and more. An A to Z listing of ailments ranges from abdominal pain and allergic reactions to vomiting and zipper injuries. New to the guide: safety preparation for terrorist attacks; instructions regarding contagious diseases; and how to accident-proof your home.