Advanced Medical Life Support, 3rd Edition

Features

A new feature, the “Clinical Summary”  will synthesize clinical insights from the chapter to help the student formulate an approach to assessment and treatment.

Going above and beyond the new DOT curriculum, this book offers a high level–yet practical–approach to the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of the full range of adult medical emergencies. Each well-illustrated chapter discusses realistic methods that a seasoned EMS practitioner would use–moving from assessment-based procedures with initial management of the threats, to field diagnosis and management of treatable underlying causes. Includes real-world case studies. Assumes a familiarity with anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology, and an overall understanding of the nature of medical emergencies. KEY TOPICS: Assessment of the Medical Patient. Airway Management, Ventilation, and Oxygenation Therapy. IV Access and Medication Administration. Hypoperfusion (Shock). Dyspnea. Chest Pain. Altered Mental Status. Acute Abdominal Pain. Gastrointestinal Bleeding. Seizures and Seizure Disorders. Syncope. Headache, Nausea, and Vomiting. Case Studies. MARKET: For EMTs, paramedics, nurses, and others involved in emergency medical care.

Table of Contents

1. Assessment of the Medical Patient
2. Airway Management, Ventilation and Oxygen Therapy
3. IV Access and Medication Administration
4. Hypoperfusion (Shock)
5. Dyspnea, Respiratory Distress or Respiratory Failure
6. Chest Pain
7. Altered Mental Status
8. Acute Abdominal Pain
9. Gastrointestinal Bleeding
10. Seizures and Seizure Disorders
11. Syncope
12. Headache, Nausea and Vomiting
13. Putting It All Together:  Case Studies

APPENDIX A            Pharmacology Index

APPENDIX B            Electrocardiographic Interpretation

APPENDIX C            Anatomy and Physiology Illustrations

APPENDIX D            Normal Laboratory Values