Staying safe : backyard to backcountry
Title:
Staying safe : backyard to backcountry
JLCTITLE245:
Patrick Brighton, M.D., FACS.
Personal Author:
Publication Information:
Cambridge, MN : Adventure Publications, [2023]
Physical Description:
194 pages : Color photos and illustrations throughout ; 23 cm
ISBN:
9781647552794
Abstract:
"You want to enjoy the outdoors with family, friends, and even on your own. You don't want to fret about safety. Put your mind at ease with expert guidance from Patrick Brighton, M.D., FACS. Dr. Brighton has served as an emergency room surgeon, has managed mass-casualty situations, and has participated in several mountain rescues. Now, he's sharing his expertise with you in Staying Safe: Backyard to Backcountry. Find out what preventative steps you can take to minimize your risk, whether you're mowing the yard, hiking with friends, or camping with children. Discover the recommended and the essential items to keep on hand-in case the worst should happen-regardless of where you are, what you're doing, and how far you are from help. Dr. Brighton guides you through first-aid responses and treatments to a variety of wilderness illnesses, injuries, and emergency situations-from sunburn and toothache to appendicitis and heart attack"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Read This First: Airway, Breathing, Circulation, and CPR -- Heart Attacks and Strokes -- First Aid for Common Minor Medical Issues -- Rashes/Skin Conditions -- Sunburn -- Bruises/Scrapes -- Mild Sprains -- Blisters -- Cramps -- Mild Allergies -- Ear and Tooth Pain -- Frostbite and Chillblains -- Dehydration -- Major Medical Issues -- Shock -- Hypothermia -- Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion -- Choking and the Heimlich Maneuver -- Diabetes -- Seizures -- Asthma -- Central Nervous System Infections -- Pulmonary Infections -- Bacterial Infections -- Gastrointestinal Infections -- Appendicitis -- Miscellaneous Infections -- Burns and Electrical Accidents -- Animal Encounters -- Altitude Sickness -- Trauma -- Penetrating Trauma -- Blunt Trauma -- Head/Face and Spinal Cord Trauma -- Blunt Thoracic Injuries -- Penetrating Thoracic Injuries -- Abdominal and Pelvic Trauma -- Extremity Trauma -- Fractures -- Soft Tissue Injuries and Bleeding -- Quick-Reference Diagrams -- Equipment Lists -- Recommended Resources