Koenig and Schultz's Disaster Medicine

Koenig and Schultz's Disaster Medicine

Author: Kristi L. Koenig

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2016-04-18

Total Pages: 785

ISBN-13: 1107040752

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This is the definitive reference on disaster medicine, outlining areas of proficiency for health care professionals handling mass casualty crises.


Basic Disaster Life Support

Basic Disaster Life Support

Author: Italo Subbarao

Publisher:

Published: 2012-05-01

Total Pages: 440

ISBN-13: 9781938868023

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This text is used in the Basic Disaster Life Support (BDLS) course. BDLS is an 8 hour course which presents clinical and public health implications of natural and human-caused events, explosions and traumatic events, nuclear and radiologic events, biologic events, and chemical events. Also included is information on the health professional's role in the public health and incident management systems, mental and behavioral health, and special considerations for people with access and functional needs.


Sheehy's Manual of Emergency Care - E-Book

Sheehy's Manual of Emergency Care - E-Book

Author: Emergency Nurses Association

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2022-12-30

Total Pages: 578

ISBN-13: 0323710611

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**American Journal of Nursing (AJN) Book of the Year Awards, 1st Place in Critical Care- Emergency Nursing, 2023** **Selected for Doody's Core TitlesĀ® 2024 in Emergency Care** Sheehy's Manual of Emergency Care, 8th Edition offers complete, up-to-date coverage of the essentials emergency nurses need to know. Each condition commonly seen in the emergency setting is thoroughly addressed, from signs and symptoms, to diagnosis, treatment, developmental considerations, patient education, and more. Updated material and easy-to-reference contents make this resource a must-have for current practice. - Quick-reference format is ideal for updating emergency nursing knowledge and improving patient care. - Detailed discussions for each condition include signs and symptoms, diagnosis/diagnostic testing, treatment/interventions, age/developmental considerations, and patient/family education/discharge instructions. - Authorship from the Emergency Nurses Association for more than 30 years ensures this book is a mainstay for best practices in emergency nursing. - Content presented in a bulleted format provides quick and easy access to vital information. - Practice points highlighted in special boxes offer quick reference to important content. - NEW! Restructured table of contents presents anatomically related medical and trauma chapters sequentially for quick reference. - NEW! Considerations for critical care in the ED. - NEW! Considerations for the transgender patient. - NEW! Section on human trafficking in the Interpersonal Violence and Abuse chapter. - NEW! Section on violent risk assessment in the Workplace Violence chapter. - NEW! Color photos insert visually highlights and clarifies key content. - EXPANDED! Substance Abuse and Addiction Emergencies chapter covers methamphetamines, bath salts, marijuana edibles, opioid abuse/prescription drug abuse, heroin/Narcan, and substance abuse disorder. - EXPANDED! Chapter on end-of-life includes information on palliative care considerations. - UPDATED! Infectious Diseases chapter addresses coronavirus 19 (COVID-19), Ebola, and vector-borne malaria.


Basic Emergency Care: Approach to the Acutely Ill and Injured

Basic Emergency Care: Approach to the Acutely Ill and Injured

Author: World Health Organization

Publisher: World Health Organization

Published: 2018-12-17

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 924151308X

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Developed by WHO and the International Committee of the Red Cross, in collaboration with the International Federation for Emergency Medicine, "Basic Emergency Care (BEC): Approach to the acutely ill and injured" is an open-access training course for frontline healthcare providers who manage acute illness and injury with limited resources.BEC teaches a systematic approach to the initial assessment and management of time-sensitive conditions where early intervention saves lives. It includes modules on: the ABCDE and SAMPLE history approach, trauma, difficulty in breathing, shock, and altered mental status. The practical skills section covers the essential time-sensitive interventions for these key acute presentations.The BEC package includes a Participant Workbook and electronic slide decks for each module. BEC integrates the guidance from WHO Emergency Triage, Assessment and Treatment (ETAT) for children, WHO Pocket Book of Hospital Care for Children, WHO Integrated Management of Pregnancy and Childbirth and the Integrated Management of Adult/Adolescent Illness (IMAI).


Pandemics and Bioterrorism

Pandemics and Bioterrorism

Author: Andrey Trufanov

Publisher: IOS Press

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 1607500868

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A collection of papers presented at the NATO ASI conference Transdisciplinary Information Sharing for Decision-Making against Biological Threats. It highlights strategic enablers such as cross-disciplinary information sharing, international outreach and partner activities, public diplomacy and strategic communication.


Textbook of Emergency Medicine

Textbook of Emergency Medicine

Author: Suresh David

Publisher: Wolters kluwer india Pvt Ltd

Published: 2011-01-01

Total Pages: 2455

ISBN-13: 8184732023

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Textbook of Emergency Medicine (Vol. 1 and 2) is a comprehensive and contemporary exposition of the vast array of disorders and emergencies that might present to the emergency or casualty department of a hospital.


PROMPT Course Manual: North American Edition

PROMPT Course Manual: North American Edition

Author: Carl P. Weiner

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2016-01-04

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 110754954X

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A manual to accompany the PROMPT (Practical Obstetric Multi-Professional Training) course which covers a range of obstetric emergency situations.


Emergency and Trauma Care for Nurses and Paramedics - eBook

Emergency and Trauma Care for Nurses and Paramedics - eBook

Author: Kate Curtis

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2019-07-30

Total Pages: 1502

ISBN-13: 0729587193

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- Expanded editorial team, all internationally recognised researchers and leaders in Emergency Care - Chapter 6 Patient safety and quality care in emergency - All chapters revised to reflect the most up-to-date evidence-based research and practice - Case studies and practice tips highlight cultural considerations and communication issues - Aligns to NSQHSS 2e, NMBA and PBA Standards - An eBook included in all print purchases


Resuscitation and Life Support in Disasters, Relief of Pain and Suffering in Disaster Situations

Resuscitation and Life Support in Disasters, Relief of Pain and Suffering in Disaster Situations

Author: R. Frey

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 349

ISBN-13: 3642670954

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The Police Emergency Unit concept for our Community has proven to be unique and highly practical. Highly skilled teams of college trained, physician- supervised Police Offi cers render emergency care for trauma and illness with remarkable expertise. The roving, constantly on duty concept has distinct merits. It does provide a low cost system to en sure the delivery of emergency medical care to a community with a minimum of confu sion and a maximum of efficiency. Special acknowledgement is noted herewith for Mrs. Candace Otte, R. N. , Dr. Frede rick A. Doornbos, Dr. Ramon B. Lang, Dr. Lee R. Pool, Dr. John R. Wilson, and P. Rode rick Smithson, the E. M. T. County Coordinator. Emergency Unit Calls for Metropolitan Grand Rapids and Kent County Grand Rapids (2 Units E-1 and E-2) January 1973 thru December 1973 P. 1. Accidents 1237 Cardiac 410 Disregarded 76 Others 805 D. O. A. 's 114 Code K's 30 Total: 2672 Average Per Day 7. 3 Kent County (3 Units E-66, E-67, E-68) August 1973 thru April 1974 P. I. Accidents 553 Cardiac 202 Disregarded Others 241 Not Applicable D. O. A. 's l3 Code K's 3 Total: 1017 Average Per Day 4. 1 Wyoming (1 Unit E-50) February 18, 1974 thru May 8, 1974 P. I. Accidents 57 Cardiac 50 Disregarded Others 135 Not Applicable D. O. A. 's Code K's Total: 242 Average Per Day 3. 0 Kentwood (1 Unit E-35) P. I.