Full Description
Emergency Medical Responder is the leader in the field. Author Chris Le Baudour provides clear, first responder-level training for fire service, emergency, law enforcement, military, civil and industrial personnel. For over 40 years, this title has been an important component of thousands of training programs and has contributed to the success of hundreds of thousands of students.
The 12th Edition aligns with the latest National EMS Education Standards and includes the 2023 Focused Updates from the American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid. The new edition also incorporates more language of inclusiveness, in recognition of the diverse backgrounds and life experiences of EMR students.
This print textbook is available for students to rent for their classes. The Pearson print rental program provides students with affordable access to learning materials, so they come to class ready to succeed.
Contents
Introduction to EMS Systems
Legal and Ethical Principles of Emergency Care
Wellness and Safety of the Emergency Medical Responder
Introduction to Medical Terminology, Human Anatomy, and Lifespan Development
Introduction to Pathophysiology
Principles of Lifting, Moving, and Positioning of Patients
Principles of Effective Communication
Principles of Effective Documentation
Principles of Airway Management and Ventilation
Principles of Oxygen Therapy
Principles of Resuscitation
Obtaining a Medical History and Vital Signs
Principles of Patient Assessment
Caring for Cardiac Emergencies
Caring for Respiratory Emergencies
Caring for Common Medical Emergencies
Caring for Environmental Emergencies
Caring for Soft Tissue Injuries and Bleeding
Recognition and Care of Shock
Caring for Muscle and Bone Injuries
Caring for Head and Spinal Injuries
Caring for Chest and Abdominal Emergencies
Care During Pregnancy and Childbirth
Caring for Infants and Children
Special Considerations for the Geriatric Patient
Introduction to EMS Operations and Hazardous Response
Introduction to Multiple-Casualty Incidents, the Incident Command System, and Triage
APPENDICES
Patient Monitoring Devices
Principles of Pharmacology
Air Medical Transport Operations
Introduction to Terrorism Response and Weapons of Mass Destruction
