HOW TO USE THIS BOOK
HOW TO USE THIS BOOK To use this book to best advantage, read the appropriate sections before you embark on a trip. In this way, you’ll remember where to find…
EMERGENCY MEDICINE
SERIOUS LUNG DISORDERS
SERIOUS LUNG DISORDERS ASTHMA Asthma is a disease of the lungs that involves episodes of coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing, and increased secretions in the bronchi. Generally, most people will…
BEFORE YOU GO
BEFORE YOU GO BE IN GOOD HEALTH To the extent possible, be in good health. You can take a number of steps to accomplish this: 1. Maintain the proper weight…
Major Medical Problems
Major Medical Problems This section describes common disorders that may be lifethreatening. The problems are often present in combination and require prompt recognition and management.
MEDICAL DECISION-MAKING
MEDICAL DECISION-MAKING The art of outdoor medicine absolutely depends on observation, anticipation, and resourcefulness. The cardinal rule is to act conservatively and not take unnecessary risks when making the decision…
Toxicologic Emergencies
Chapter 30 Toxicologic Emergencies Randal Bryan Badillo, Kimberly Hovseth, Scott Schaffer According to the 2009 Annual Report of the American Association of Poison Control Centers’ National Poison Data System, approximately…
Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chapter 34 Sexually Transmitted Infections Darcy Egging Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a major public health care concern. Women as well as infants are at a great risk of bearing…
Obstetric Emergencies
Chapter 46 Obstetric Emergencies Judith H. Poole, Joanne E. Thompson Patients with obstetric problems are frequently seen and receive treatment in emergency departments (EDs). These are anxiety-filled times for the…
Facial, Ocular, ENT, and Dental Trauma
Chapter 41 Facial, Ocular, ENT, and Dental Trauma Jeff Solheim Trauma to the maxillofacial region of the body affects as many as 80% of patients with multiple traumatic injuries.1 Common…
Head Trauma
Chapter 36 Head Trauma Jill C. McLaughlin Head trauma and brain injury are not always synonymous. Differentiating between the two is important when considering assessment and care of patients with…
