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Emergency Medical Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents

Textbook - Emergency Medical Response to Hazardous Materials Incidents ISBN: 0827378297
Binding: Paperback
Edition: 1
Author(s): Armando Bevelacqua, Richard Stilp
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
Number of Pages: 544

This text explores the medical aspects of hazardous material response including the initial response chemical and toxicological information effects on body systems -- injury and treatment physiology and treatments of common poisonings The student learns how to make decisions based on a scale of risk versus gain Decontamination techniques specialized equipment simple antidotal treatments and more are discussed as they relate to the hazardous materials incident

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Medical Aspects of Chemical Warfare (Textbooks of Military Medicine)

Textbook - Medical Aspects of Chemical Warfare (Textbooks of Military Medicine) ISBN: 0160815320
Binding: Hardcover
Edition:
Author(s): N/A
Publisher: Dept. of the Army
Number of Pages: 850

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Atlas of Emergency Ultrasound

Textbook - Atlas of Emergency Ultrasound ISBN: 0521191688
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 1
Author(s): John Christian Fox
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Number of Pages: 202

There are already plenty of reference texts on how to perform a bedside ultrasound Atlas of Emergency Ultrasound is different It is a visually dynamic atlas packed full of images of a broad spectrum of pathologic entities and emergency conditions Over 300 detailed examples of positive ultrasound findings are provided covering every organ system and showcasing the full range of pathology the clinician might encounter when using ultrasound Each condition comprises several images with detailed captions and minimal text enabling quick reference in a busy clinical setting Both common and rare findings are included A free companion website is also available (wwwcambridgeorg9780521191685) featuring videos of cardiac vascular and gastrointestinal ultrasound sequences and a range of ultrasound-guided procedures Written by a leading emergency ultrasound physician and educator and containing over 800 high-quality images Atlas of Emergency Ultrasound is an invaluable resource for any clinician using bedside ultrasound

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Manual of Emergency and Critical Care Ultrasound

Textbook - Manual of Emergency and Critical Care Ultrasound ISBN: 0521170915
Binding: Paperback
Edition: 2
Author(s): Vicki E. Noble, Bret P. Nelson
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Number of Pages: 360

Ultrasound has revolutionized a physician's ability to make urgent and emergent diagnoses at the bedside and has changed the management of many acute injuries and conditions This is a practical concise introduction to what is rapidly becoming an essential tool for all critical care physicians: bedside emergency ultrasound The Manual covers the full spectrum of conditions diagnosed using ultrasound and gives practical guidance in how to use ultrasound for common invasive procedures Major applications are introduced using focused diagnostic questions and reviewing the image-acquisition skills needed to answer them Images of positive and negative findings are presented and scanning tips for improving image quality The second edition has been substantially revised and expanded with new images updated literature reviews new applications and clinical algorithms New chapters cover additional procedures musculoskeletal and pediatric applications and the use of ultrasound in resuscitation This text is invaluable for emergency physicians at all levels

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Practical Guide to Emergency Ultrasound

Textbook - Practical Guide to Emergency Ultrasound ISBN: 0781778581
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 1
Author(s): Karen S. Cosby, John L. Kendall
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Number of Pages: 366

Featuring over 700 illustrations this book is a practical visual guide to performing and interpreting ultrasound and using ultrasound findings for making clinical decisions in the emergency department Consistently formatted chapters cover both common and less common uses of ultrasound in the emergency department Each chapter includes clinical applications anatomy and landmarks image acquisition pathology clinical decision making incidental findings and clinical examples High-quality images include patient photographs demonstrating the correct probe placement and large ultrasound images allowing findings to be easily seen Labels on ultrasound scans and side-by-side anatomic drawings help readers locate the key parts of all images

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Lange Q&A Surgical Technology Examination, Sixth Edition (LANGE Q&A Allied Health)

Textbook - Lange Q&A Surgical Technology Examination, Sixth Edition (LANGE Q&A Allied Health) ISBN: 0071745769
Binding: Paperback
Edition: 6
Author(s): Carolan Sherman, Mary Chmielewski
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Medical
Number of Pages: 288

More than 1500 Q&As provide a complete review for surgical technologist certification LANGE Q&A: Surgical Technology Examination 6e delivers 1500 Q&As covering topics found on the national certification examination The book includes detailed answer explanations and covers all major areas of surgical technology curriculum The Sixth Edition has been updated to cover the latest surgical techniques instruments and procedures Features
  • NEW Companion CD-ROM features an interactive question bank that allows users to build custom exams and keep track of their scores
  • NEW photos of more than 75 instruments
  • NEW questions on the latest instruments for advanced procedures in ophthalmology neurosurgery and orthopedics (endoscopic instrumentation)
  • NEW questions on robot-guided surgery and endoscopic surgery

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  • High-school heroes: when emergencies erupt, a squad of teen responders is ready.(LIFE: HEALTH)(Posties): An article from: Science World

    Textbook - High-school heroes: when emergencies erupt, a squad of teen responders is ready.(LIFE: HEALTH)(Posties): An article from: Science World ISBN:
    Binding: Digital
    Edition:
    Author(s): Jacqueline Adams
    Publisher: Scholastic, Inc.
    Number of Pages: 4

    This digital document is an article from Science World published by Scholastic Inc on October 6 2008 The length of the article is 1164 words The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase You can view it with any web browser

    Citation Details
    Title: High-school heroes: when emergencies erupt a squad of teen responders is ready(LIFE: HEALTH)(Posties)
    Author: Jacqueline Adams
    Publication: Science World (MagazineJournal)
    Date: October 6 2008
    Publisher: Scholastic Inc
    Volume: 65 Issue: 3 Page: 12(4)

    Distributed by Gale a part of Cengage Learning

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    Occupational Safety and Health in the Emergency Services

    Textbook - Occupational Safety and Health in the Emergency Services ISBN: 1401859038
    Binding: Paperback
    Edition: 2
    Author(s): James S. Angle
    Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
    Number of Pages: 323

    This one-stop resource offers a comprehensive program management approach to occupational safety and health issues for instructors students safety officers fire and EMS department managers and others in the fire and emergency medical services fields Updated to the latest editions of the NFPA 1500 series standards and adhering to the course objectives within the National Fire Academy's Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) course outcomes for Occupational Health and Safety this book explains the significance and rationale for increasing emphasis on health and safety and provides the education necessary for facing the challenges that lay ahead Enhancements to this edition include the latest facts on risk management and program development all-new information on funding for safety and health programs emerging trends and updated coverage of terrorism preparedness

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    Pocket Atlas of Emergency Ultrasound (Atlas Series)

    Textbook - Pocket Atlas of Emergency Ultrasound (Atlas Series) ISBN:
    Binding: Kindle Edition
    Edition: 1
    Author(s): Reardon Robert, O. John Ma, Mateer James
    Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional
    Number of Pages: 608

    Improve your ability to perform and interpret emergency ultrasound exams with this unique pocket atlas Featuring more than 400 ultrasound images dozens of illustrations and concise bulleted text Pocket Atlas of Emergency Ultrasound allows you to instantly compare and contrast your real-time images with those identified here You will also find valuable how-to guidance covering essentials such as probe placement patient positioning and proper settings along with anatomical drawings that help you visualize affected organs Youll also find: Clinical Considerations Clinical Indications Anatomic Considerations Technique and Normal Findings Tips to Improve Image Acquisition Common and Emergent Abnormalities Pitfalls


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    Emergency Ultrasound Made Easy, 2e

    Textbook - Emergency Ultrasound Made Easy, 2e ISBN: 0702041904
    Binding: Paperback
    Edition: 2
    Author(s): Justin Bowra MBBS FACEM CCPU, Russell E McLaughlin MB BCH BAO FRCSI MMedSci FCEM CFEU
    Publisher: Churchill Livingstone
    Number of Pages: 224

    The use of ultrasound in emergency medicine has proved invaluable in answering very specific time-critical questions such as the presence of an abdominal aortic aneurysm or of blood in the abdomen after trauma Unlike other imaging modalities (eg CT scan) it is a rapid technique that can be brought to the patient with ease This book Emergency Ultrasound Made Easy is accessible and easy to use in an emergency It is aimed mainly at specialists and trainees in emergency medicine surgery and intensive care; but its broad scope (eg rapid diagnosis of DVT) makes it an invaluable addition to the library of any doctor with an interest in ultrasound whether in primary care or the hospital setting
  • A pocket-sized and practical guide to the appropriate use of ultrasound in the emergency department
  • Designed to be used in an urgent situation (eg a shocked trauma patient)
  • Written by team of international leading experts
  • This Second Edition has been comprehensively revised and updated to reflect the major advances in the practice of bedside ultrasound and reflects the pioneering efforts of individual clinicians and the high-quality portable machines now available This edition still firmly adheres to the principles of only using ultrasound where it adds value and only asking simple questions that may be readily addressed using ultrasound

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