5055-778 NOLS Wilderness Medicine

This book covers fundamental topics in first aid, including patient assessment, shock, soft tissue injury, burns, fractures and dislocations, and chest, head and abdominal injuries. It explains how to handle environmental problems posed by heat, cold, water, altitude and poisonous plants and animals. It also goes into issues related to expedition medicine, as well as leadership, teamwork and communication for rescue groups. While risk can be minimized through good judgment, skills and experience, being prepared for emergencies in the wild is an essential component of good outdoor leadership.