The 2011 Update now reflects the new 2010 emergency cardiovascular care guidelines. This straightforward EMT-Basic textbook follows the U.S. Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum (NSC) for the EMT-Basic closer than any other textbook. It includes four new chapters, as well as supplemental information requested by instructors. The clear, easy-to-read writing style and visually engaging design make this text a favorite among EMT-Basic students. Plus, an all-new companion DVD, featuring all of the skill sequences contained in the textbook, is included. Instructor resources available; contact your sales representative for details.
Key Features
- Precisely follows the U.S. Department of Transportation National Standard Curriculum (NSC) for the EMT-Basic.
- Prepares students for the National Registry EMT-Basic exam by providing information, assessments, and skills as exactly outlined in the curriculum.
- Introduces students to cognitive, affective, and psychomotor objectives found on in the NSC.
- Features a straightforward and easy-to-read writing style - without being overly simplistic.
- Uses an assessment-based treatment focus.
- Includes step-by-step instructions within Techniques boxes for each skill.
- An abundance of illustrations, special boxes, and engaging chapter openers make the text visually appealing for students.
- Case Studies at the beginning of each chapter prepare students for the material presented.
- Principle boxes illustrate the general concepts underlying the skills.
- EMT Alert boxes highlight critical information for patient care and rescuer safety.
New to This Edition
- Content is updated to reflect the new 2010 emergency cardiovascular care guidelines.
- 198 new and updated illustrations - for a total of 680 illustrations
- New information on HIPAA, current CDC and OSHA specifications, and updated equipment.
- Four new chapters present information EMT-Basics need to know to be prepared for the field and not detailed in the NSC:
- Assisting with ALS, Geriatrics,
- Tactical Emergency Medical Support, and
- Weapons of Mass Destruction.
- A companion DVD, included with the textbook, offers an exciting alternative tool for students to learn skills. The DVD contains all of the skill sequences in the textbook.
- Each chapter contains supplemental information not in the NSC. For example, Respiratory Emergencies (Chapter 18) now includes information about emphysema, bronchitis, and asthma not found in the NSC.
- Expanded! Chapter 1: Introduction to Emergency Medical Care includes more detailed information about how to work with police officers and firefighters.
- Expanded! Chapter 16: Documentation is completely revised and updated.
- Expanded! Chapter 32: Ambulance Operations includes more detailed information about air medical transport and helicopter safety.
Contents
Division One PREPARATORY
- Chapter 1 Introduction to Emergency Medical Care
- Chapter 2 The Well-being of the EMT Basic
- Chapter 3 Medicolegal and Ethical Issues
- Chapter 4 The Human Body
- Chapter 5 Baseline Vital Signs and SAMPLE History
- Chapter 6 Lifting and Moving Patients
- Chapter 7 Assisting the ALS Provider
Division Two AIRWAY
- Chapter 8 The Airway
Division Three PATIENT ASSESSMENT
- Chapter 9 Scene Size-Up
- Chapter 10 Initial Assessment
- Chapter 11 Focused History and Physical Examination for Trauma Patients
- Chapter 12 Focused History and Physical Examination for Medical Patients
- Chapter 13 Detailed Physical Examination
- Chapter 14 Ongoing Assessment
- Chapter 15 Communications
- Chapter 16 Documentation
Division Four MEDICAL / BEHAVIORAL EMERGENCIES AND OBSTRETICS AND GYNECOLOGY
- Chapter 17 General Pharmacology
- Chapter 18 Respiratory Emergencies
- Chapter 19 Cardiovascular Emergencies
- Chapter 20 Diabetes and Altered Mental Status
- Chapter 21 Allergic Reactions
- Chapter 22 Poisoning and Overdose
- Chapter 23 Environmental Emergencies
- Chapter 24 Behavioral Emergencies
- Chapter 25 Obstretics and Gynecology
- Chapter 26 Geriatrics
Division Five TRAUMA
- Chapter 27 Bleeding and Shock
- Chapter 28 Soft Tissue Injuries
- Chapter 29 Musculoskeletal Care
- Chapter 30 Injuries to the Head and Spine
Division Six INFANTS AND CHILDREN
- Chapter 31 Infant and Child Emergency Care
Division Seven OPERATIONS
- Chapter 32 Ambulance Operations
- Chapter 33 Gaining Access
- Chapter 34 Overviews: Special Response Situations
- Chapter 35 Tactical Emergency Medical Support
- Chapter 36 First Responder Procedures with Weapons of Mass Destruction
Division Eight ADVANCED AIRWAY
- Chapter 37 Advanced Airway Techniques
Atlas of Trauma Injuries
Appendix A CPR
Product Details
- Paperback: 672 pages
- Publisher: Mosby/JEMS; 2 edition (2012)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0323085296
- ISBN-13: 978-0323085298
- Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 1 inches
List Price: $67.95