The Outward Bound Wilderness First-Aid Handbook

Isaac, Jeff, peter Goth

ISBN 10: 1558216820 / ISBN 13: 9781558216822

Published by Douglas & McIntyre, 1991

About this Item

pp.258 with index clean tight copy with minusule corner wear Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Seller Inventory # 013961

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Outward Bound Wilderness First-Aid Handbook
• Publisher: Douglas & McIntyre
• Publication Date: 1991
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1558216820
• ISBN 13: 9781558216822
• Binding: Soft cover
• Illustrator: Laura Wininger
• Edition: First Edition.
• Condition: Fine
• Seller catalogs:
  • SPORTS
  • HEALTH

About this title

Synopsis

A clear, practical first-aid guide for use in the wilderness. Early chapters explain general principles of wilderness medicine and the major body systems. Later chapters detail appropriate responses to injuries and conditions involving the bones and soft tissue, toxins and allergies, environmental medicine, and common symptoms and medical problems. Final chapters discuss medicine and medical supplies and wilderness rescue, evacuation, and helicopter safety. Includes case histories, a glossary, and b&w drawings. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

From the Back Cover

This comprehensive handbook clearly explains all of the essential diagnostic and first-aid procedures you can use in the wilderness when someone is injured and dialing 911 is not an option. Complete with numerous diagrams and drawings that illuminate concepts and procedures, The Outward Bound Wilderness First-Aid Handbook is a must for anyone heading into nature. (51/2 X 81/4, 272 pages, illustrations, diagrams, charts)