This compact, comprehensive book covers the causes and effects of hypothermia and other cold injuries, and tells how to prevent, recognize, and treat them. The new second edition includes expanded coverage of how the body loses heat and the latest rewarming techniques such as thermal wraps. There are new chapters on cold water drowning and covering additional cold injuries from Raynaud's phenomenon to cold-induced asthma. Other new chapters present strategies for cold weather survival, plus safe practices for working on the ice and ice water escape and rescue techniques.
* A vital resource for search and rescue professionals and physicians as well as outdoor enthusiasts * Includes new chapters to cover cold injuries and strategies for survival that weren't in the previous edition Hikers, skiers, climbers, hunters, fishermen, bicyclists, and lost children -- all are potentially at risk of hypothermia or other cold injuries including frostbite and trenchfoot. Cold water immersion is also a major cause of death in boating accidents. Yet as shown in anecdotes from the updated second edition of Hypothermia, Frostbite, and Other Cold Injuries, many people have died unnecessarily, succumbing to cold effects long before hypothermia sets in. This compact, comprehensive book covers the causes and effects of hypothermia and other cold injuries, and tells how to prevent, recognize, and treat them. Included is coverage of how the body loses heat and the latest rewarming techniques such as thermal wraps. This edition has added chapters on cold water drowning and covers additional cold injuries from Raynaud's phenomenon to cold-induced asthma. You'll also find strategies for cold-weather survival, plus safe practices for working on the ice and ice water escape and rescue techniques.
**Frostbite and Hypothermia The Ultimate Guide to Surviving Extreme Cold** Are you ready to face the bone-chilling grip of natureâs fiercest adversary? "Frostbite and Hypothermia" is your must-have survival manual for navigating the harshest winters and emerging unscathed. Whether you're an avid outdoor enthusiast, emergency responder, or just someone keen on being prepared, this essential eBook equips you with the knowledge and tactics you need to beat the cold. **Inside this guide, you'll discover** - **Understanding Frostbite and Hypothermia** Dive deep into the science behind these life-threatening conditions, and learn why being prepared is more crucial than ever. - **Early Detection** Master the ability to spot the first signs of frostbite and hypothermia, ensuring swift action to prevent irreversible damage. - **Survival Gear** Discover the latest advancements in winter clothing and accessories that maximize your safety and warmth in frigid conditions. - **Expert Survival Strategies** Equip yourself with life-saving techniques tailored for outdoor enthusiasts, emergency responders, and everyday individuals. From pre-trip planning to constructing reliable shelters, these strategies can make the difference between life and death. - **First Aid** Gain comprehensive insights into first aid procedures for frostbite and hypothermia, from initial care and rewarming techniques to recognizing when professional medical help is crucial. - **Long-Term Recovery** Understand the potential complications and psychological impacts of cold-related injuries, and learn how to manage long-term recovery effectively. - **Technological Tools** Stay ahead of the cold with cutting-edge gadgets and apps designed to keep you informed and connected in remote, frozen terrains. - **Real-Life Case Studies** Learn from true stories of survival, detailing moments of triumph over the icy clutches of nature. - **Debunking Myths** Arm yourself with evidence-based practices and dispel common misconceptions about cold weather survival. Community preparedness, continuous learning, and staying informed are key to conquering extreme cold. "Frostbite and Hypothermia" is your comprehensive guide to ensuring safety, resilience, and survival in the face of Mother Nature's chill. Embrace the cold with confidenceâyour life may depend on it.
First Responder: Skills in Action program is the most authoritative teaching and learning program available. This new resource gives students the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to care for victims of sudden illness and accidents. Students will see clearly how to function when no specialized equipment is available and how to perform as key assistants to the emergency medical technician or paramedic who arrives on the scene.
Forensic Medicine encompasses all areas in which medicine and law interact. This book covers diverse aspects of forensic medicine including forensic pathology, traumatology and violent death, sudden and unexpected death, clinical forensic medicine, toxicology, traffic medicine, identification, haemogenetics and medical law. A knowledge of all these subdisciplines is necessary in order to solve routine as well as more unusual cases. Taking a comprehensive approach the book m.oves beyond a focus on forensic pathology to include clinical forensic medicine and forensic toxicology. All aspects of forensic medicine are covered to meet the specialist needs of daily casework. Aspects of routine analysis and quality control are addressed in each chapter. The book provides coverage of the latest developments in forensic molecular biology, forensic toxicology, molecular pathology and immunohistochemistry. A must-have reference for every specialist in the field this book is set to become the bench-mark for the international forensic medical community.
Anyone who is cold, wet, tired, and without the proper food, clothing and shelter can suffer from hypothermia, a lower than normal body temperature that slows and eventually shuts down the body's vital systems. A thorough knowledge of hypothermia is vital for anyone active in the outdoors, particularly for those involved in search and rescue.
