Mosby's Emt-Basic Textbook (Hardcover)

by Walt A. Stoy (Author), Mosby (Author)

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Product Description
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. The long-awaited 2nd edition 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.

• 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.

• 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: Assisting with ALS, Geriatrics, Tactical Emergency Medical Support, and Weapons of Mass Destruction. These new chapters present information EMT-Basics need to know to be prepared for the field and not detailed in the NSC.
• 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.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Book Info
Center for Emergency Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Introductory textbook for students beginning emergency medical technician training. User-friendly format includes chapter outline, key terms, glossary, review questions, and boxes highlighting special topics. Color illustrations.

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• Hardcover: 593 pages
• Publisher: C.V. Mosby (August 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0815179588
• ISBN-13: 978-0815179580
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.8 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds
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