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Advanced Medical Field Guide

Author(s): American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
Randy Price, EMT-P
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  • ISBN-13: 9780763758783
  • Spiral/paperback    248 pages      © 2011
Price: International Sales $41.95 US List
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Overview

Advanced Medical Field Guide is a quick reference for the myriad medical emergencies encountered by ALS providers, ranging from stroke and cardiovascular issues, seizures, and respiratory disorders, to metabolic conditions and endocrine emergencies. This guide lists the management techniques associated with treating victims of medical emergencies, includes a pharmacology section identifying the various medications used to manage medical conditions, and offers a quick reference assessment section listing exam items used to identify medical problems.

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Section  1  Assessment
Section  2  Vascular Access/Medication Administration
Section  3  Repsiratory
Section  4  Shock
Section  5  Cardiovascular
Section  6  Neurologic
Section  7  Endocrine
Section  8  Environmental/Allergic
Section  9  GI, GU, and Hematologic
Section  10  Toxicology
Section  11  Infectious Diseases
Section  12  Behavioral
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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) provides education and practice management services for orthopaedic surgeons and allied health professionals. The Academy also serves as an advocate for improved patient care and informs the public about the science of orthopaedics. Founded at Northwestern University as a not-for-profit organization in 1933, the Academy has grown from a small organization serving less than 500 members to the world's largest medical association of musculoskeletal specialists. The Academy now serves about 24,000 members internationally.

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Randy Price, EMT-P

With over thirty years experience in emergency medicine, Randy Price is a nationally registered and North Carolina certified Paramedic. After graduating from Western Carolina University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Emergency Medical Care, Randy served as a Paramedic, EMS training officer, and EMS director, as well as the EMS Program Coordinator at Catawba Valley Community College, in Hickory, NC. He is currently the Director of Emergency Services for Burke County, NC. In addition to being a nationally recognized speaker, Randy has also published several articles about emergency medicine.

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