num_pages: 254
description: A clear, practical first-aid guide for use in the wilderness. Early chapters explain general principles of wilderness medicine and the major body systems. Later chapters detail appropriate responses to injuries and conditions involving the bones and soft tissue, toxins and allergies, environmental medicine, and common symptoms and medical problems. Final chapters discuss medicine and medical supplies and wilderness rescue, evacuation, and helicopter safety. Includes case histories, a glossary, and b&amp;w drawings. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
language: English
title: The Outward Bound Wilderness First-Aid Handbook
titlecomplete: The Outward Bound Wilderness First-Aid Handbook
genres: Nature, Outdoors, Survival, Medicine, Science, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 52
publisher: Lyons Pr