The 60-Second EMT: Rapid BLS/ALS Assessment, Diagnosis & Triage [Paperback]

Gideon Bosker MD (Author), Michael Sequeira MD FACED (Author), Donald Weins MD FACEP (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 15, 1996 | ISBN-10: 0801678129 | ISBN-13: 978-0801678127 | Edition: 2

Thoroughly updated, the new second edition incorporates the latest ACLS protocols from the AHA and is compatible with the latest DOT curriculum for EMT-Basic. New chapters have been added on the assessment of drug reactions, hazardous waste emergencies, and the AIDS patient. An invaluable tool to the certified EMS provider and a helpful classroom text for the student.

Product Details

• Paperback: 259 pages
• Publisher: Mosby; 2 edition (January 15, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0801678129
• ISBN-13: 978-0801678127
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #765,572 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars EMS made easy, May 29, 2000

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B. Dakuginow (Indiana USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The 60-Second EMT: Rapid BLS/ALS Assessment, Diagnosis & Triage (Paperback)

This is a good book for new EMS people or "old" ones. It gives a good review of interview questions, signs/symptoms, and the underlying process behind disorders. The reading is kept interesting with clinical stories, and a good breakdown of sections (e.g. tox, abd pain, chest pain, syncope, etc.). I like going back from time to time and reviewing the sections. Definately worth buying.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A fresh approach and a must read for all EMTs and Paramedics, July 2, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: The 60-Second EMT: Rapid BLS/ALS Assessment, Diagnosis & Triage (Paperback)

The 60-second EMT is a great book to use as a refresher or to reinforce what the textbooks and classroom have hopefully taught you. The book emphasizes the important and sometimes elusive signs and symptoms that our patients may present with in an easy to read format. The author's story-telling approach is(not a list of tables and endless paragraphs like a textbook)addresses each type of patient (respiratory, geriatric, chest pain, pediatric, abdominal pain, toxicological, etc.)and then offers a practical "60-second assessment" approach for each one in both ALS and BLS treatment algorithms/modules. I encourage every EMS professional to read this book. Whether you are new to the field or have "put in a few years" I think you will find that you learn something new or remind yourself of something you haven't thought of in a while. Enjoy!

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST READ for all new EMTs & Paramedics, October 14, 1999

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Paramedic (Maine) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The 60-Second EMT: Rapid BLS/ALS Assessment, Diagnosis & Triage (Paperback)

Although it's been over two years since I've read (and re-read) this book, I still remember it as being a very useful review. Although its story format is unique, it really doesn't detract from the very valuable lessons that this book has to teach. This is a must-read EMS review for all EMS personnel.