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Authors: Ian Greaves, Sir Keith Porter
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The Oxford Handbook of Pre-hospital Care, 2nd Edition, is a comprehensive resource for healthcare professionals in emergency, urgent, and pre-hospital care settings. This updated edition covers a wide range of conditions encountered outside of the hospital environment, offering quick, actionable guidance for managing various trauma and medical emergencies. It emphasizes practical approaches for on-the-spot treatment and stabilization, making it a valuable tool for paramedics, emergency medical services (EMS) teams, and other first responders. Designed for use in high-stress situations, the book combines the latest clinical evidence with expert insights to support decision-making in the field.
Top Features:
- Practical Focus on Pre-hospital Care
Tailored specifically for pre-hospital settings, it provides focused information on assessment, stabilization, and immediate interventions. - Comprehensive Coverage of Trauma and Medical Emergencies
Covers a broad range of emergencies, including trauma, cardiac issues, respiratory distress, and environmental emergencies, with step-by-step guidance. - Easy-to-Find Information
They are organized in a compact, portable format, enabling quick referencing for critical procedures and protocols during emergencies. - Up-to-Date Clinical Guidelines
Reflects the latest guidelines and best practices, ensuring readers are equipped with current approaches for pre-hospital care. - User-Friendly for Field Use
Pocket-sized and durable, it’s designed for easy handling and use in the field, catering to the specific needs of EMS providers. - Decision-Making Support
Includes clear algorithms and flowcharts to help guide decision-making during high-pressure situations. - Authored by Leading Experts
Written by pre-hospital care experts, ensuring authoritative, evidence-based advice tailored for real-world application.
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Liz Bouta –
Whether you’re a new EMT or a seasoned paramedic, this book is a must-have
JIBAN MAL –
A Must-Have for Paramedics
mil KamenovIL –
It covers all aspects of pre-hospital care, with clear instructions that can make a difference in patient outcomes.
FitOldDog –
This guide provides excellent support for those dealing with emergency care outside of the hospital. The guidelines and charts make it easy to follow best practices, even in high-stress situations
FitOldDog –
I’ve used it on countless occasions to double-check procedures
Samantha.Ga –
As someone working in emergency services, this book is a lifesaver. It’s concise, reliable, and filled with practical advice that’s directly applicable to real-world situations.
Fitz Tavernier Jr. –
It was recommend from a friend , i love it
DR Elizabeth.Mcwarthy –
This handbook is incredibly well-organized and compact, perfect for quick referencing in the field. It’s got everything you need, from trauma protocols to medical emergency guidelines, all laid out in an easy-to-read format