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Have you ever responded to someone needing help? Medical emergencies can happen anytime and anywhere, so it's best that you are prepared to respond. First Aid 101 is your simple step-by-step reference on how to provide basic first aid with what you have in hand. A written work by a certified medical professional, this guide teaches you on what to do in various types of medical emergencies.

Not too long ago, there was no coming back from death. But now, with revolutionary medical advances, death has become just another serious complication. As a young medical student, Dr. David Casarett was inspired by the story of a two-year-old girl named Michelle Funk. Michelle fell into a creek and was underwater for over an hour. When she was found she wasn't breathing, and her pupils were fixed and dilated. That drowning should have been fatal. But after three hours of persistent work, a team of doctors and nurses was able to bring her back.

"Pass the Emergency Services Dispatcher Exam: Your Guide to a Career as a Public Safety Emergency Communications Officer" is a comprehensive study guide designed to help aspiring dispatchers succeed in their careers. Covering essential topics such as emergency response procedures, call classification and prioritization, dispatch systems and technology, emergency medical dispatch, crisis intervention, and legal and ethical responsibilities, this guide provides a thorough understanding of the skills and knowledge needed for the role. From mastering radio communication systems to learning ...

A look at the future of medicine based on cutting-edge stem cell research Shares Dr. Biava’s groundbreaking research on stem cell differentiation stage factors (SCDSFs) as a cellular “reprogramming” treatment for cancer and other degenerative diseases Explains how SCDSFs restore...

Over the course of 25 years in the ER, Dr. Reggie Duling has seen cases that have stuck with him for various reasons. Some are poignant, some tragic, and others hilarious. The ER is a bustling place filled with patients who seek expert emergency care while at their most vulnerable. From heart attacks to foreign bodies, Dr. Duling hasn't seen it all, but he has seen his share. ER Doc: Defining Moments of a Career in Emergency Medicine relays the humor and somber responsibility of being an emergency physician in the American healthcare system.

As a Marine Corps Special Forces Combat doc fighting to save lives while dealing with mass casualty events and incoming rockets, to owning a busy medical clinic in the USA fighting to provide quality medical care while dealing with ill advised government regulations, excessive profit driven policies by insurance companies, and price gouging by “big pharma”, Dr. Anderson has unique insight into what healthcare has become and what that costs each of us as patients. Dr. Anderson presents his prescription and a “call to action” to cure what ails our current healthcare system.

What if the most dangerous patients are the ones who don’t look sick? In emergency medicine, nursing, and prehospital care, decisions are often made in seconds, under pressure, with incomplete information. Experience sharpens instinct, but it also creates shortcuts. Familiar stories feel safe. Certain patients feel predictable. And sometimes, that certainty arrives too early. The Patient Who Didn’t Look Sick explores how clinical judgment is shaped long before tests are ordered or diagnoses are made. This book examines cognitive bias, premature closure, labeling, authority influence, ...

In his The Dark Side series, Andy Thompson gives us a taste of the dark sense of humor paramedics use as a coping mechanism; here he packs laugh-out-loud moments into every word as he recalls health care professionals' encounters with the weirdest of behavior, hilarious misunderstandings, and cringingly embarrassing episodes.

Against the background of broad brush strokes of Nepal’s history and geography, David Hawker tells a dramatic story. After 20 years working in Nepal, Nurse Ellen Findlay saw an opportunity to go and attempt to meet the desperate needs of people living in the remote and inaccessible mountains of Nepal. With vision, determination and bravery, she and surgeon Mike Smith pioneered outreach into some of Nepal’s most isolated and poverty-stricken communities.

"A compelling story of a life transformed by the experience of medical mission work." -Kirkus Reviews Cecily Wang wanted to become a doctor to help people in the most fundamental ways possible, only to become disillusioned with the profession during medical school and residency. It wasn’t until she went on an international relief mission to Haiti in 2006 that she found herself practicing medicine as she had originally envisioned. She was able to help a sick person in great need, unencumbered by red tape and regulations. The patient’s health was all that mattered. Cecily has continued to...

This is an audio study guide for passing the NREMT EMT exam. It is read in a conversational manner for easy listening. 30 Minute lecture about cardiac emergencies. Study while you drive and be ready for the NREMT! Perfect for busy EMT students. Can be enjoyed at the gym, in traffic, or anywhere with headphones and a smartphone!

El mundo esta cambiando y hemos entrado en una nueva era debido a la pandemia de COVID-19. El mundo sigue cambiando y ya nada es seguro. Es necesario volver a la naturaleza para complementar y complementar la medicina moderna en tiempos como estos. Esto puede ayudarte a sobrevivir en tiempos dificiles. La medicina natural es una practica antigua y ha sido practicada por muchas culturas durante miles de anos. Funciona y puede usarse junto con la medicina moderna. Este libro te ayudara a aprender todo lo que necesitas saber para iniciarte en la medicina natural.

Wellness has been defined in broad strokes for centuries - until now. This book clarifies a holistic perspective of what it means to be healthy while revealing common roadblocks to resilience and the resources needed to resist each one. Using personal stories and a diverse array of peer-reviewed behavioral, psychological, and organizational research, the authors present an evidence-based model for building physical, psychological, cognitive, emotional, financial, spiritual, social, and professional capital.

This audiobook is designed for first responders, EMTs, paramedics, firefighters, and law enforcement personnel who require immediate, clear Spanish communication often in high-pressure scenarios. The audiobook delivers a focused collection of vital phrases and vocabulary necessary for assessing injuries, delivering urgent commands, coordinating team efforts, and providing life-saving aid and comfort to Spanish-speaking individuals during crises.

Conquer the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Paramedic Profession: Your Concise Guide to a Career Assessing a Patient’s Condition and Administering Emergency Medical Care is the ultimate resource for aspiring emergency medical technicians and paramedics. This comprehensive guide delves into the vital role these professionals play in delivering life-saving care during emergencies. It covers every aspect of the profession, from responding to 911 calls and assessing patient conditions to performing critical procedures and safely transporting patients to medical facilities. Readers will...

Step into the unpredictable world of medicine with Crazy Medical Stories, a captivating collection by Dr. Erin Smith. Drawing from years of experience in the medical field, Dr. Smith presents an array of real-life cases that defy expectations, challenge preconceptions, and reveal the astonishing complexity of the human body and mind. Each story in this anthology offers a unique glimpse into the fascinating and often bewildering scenarios faced by medical professionals. From rare genetic disorders and bizarre injuries to mysterious symptoms and miraculous recoveries, Dr. Smith expertly ...

Disaster strikes. Hospitals are unreachable. You might be the only hope for your family and neighbors. This audiobook equips you with the knowledge to become that lifeline.

Whether you are a newcomer or a seasoned professional as a trainer, preceptor, teacher, officer, or instructor, Two Dark Thirty is an excellent resource and guide for you. This book offers a comprehensive and fascinating educational journey by skillfully combining theoretical concepts, educational principles, and real-life experiences.

Nueva Versión con diagnóstico definitivo. Rose Marie Tapia, en “Diagnóstico: N. P. I.”, nos lleva de la mano por un testimonio literario que abarca las diversas fases de un padecimiento que puede verse desde la esquina de la enfermedad misma, o desde ese ángulo en el que se cobijan los llamados a procurar salud, los médicos, quienes con mayores o menores aciertos intentan abrir un camino de sanación para el paciente. Novela vivencial, a ratos dolorosa, siempre cercana y sorprendente, gran parte de su mérito radica en que se alza sobre un entramado iluminado con humor y esperanza,...

Crash: Stories From the Emergency Room is a gripping anthology series that takes readers inside the hectic world of emergency room medicine through the eyes of different doctors, nurses, hospital staff, and paramedics. Each book contains a collection of stories told from their unique perspectives as they cope with the controlled chaos and high stakes of trying to save lives. The stories range from high-adrenaline rescues following accidents and disasters to quieter but equally emotional moments dealing with terminal illness and end-of-life care. While some recount dramatic cases that pushed...