A Department of Defense publication, "Special Operations Forces Medical Handbook" is an invaluable resource for medics with a special focus on treating patients in the field. This detailed and informative guide was developed specifically for the Special Operations Command and contains information for anyone interested in surviving or helping others to survive in harsh and unforgiving conditions far from standard medical care. The handbook defines and explains the standard of care in both general and adverse conditions in ...
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A Department of Defense publication, "Special Operations Forces Medical Handbook" is an invaluable resource for medics with a special focus on treating patients in the field. This detailed and informative guide was developed specifically for the Special Operations Command and contains information for anyone interested in surviving or helping others to survive in harsh and unforgiving conditions far from standard medical care. The handbook defines and explains the standard of care in both general and adverse conditions in the field and assists with acute care in all its forms, including general medicine, gynecology, treating parasites, infections, hyper and hypothermia, shock, altitude sickness, conditions particular to diving and swimming, and guidance on proper sanitation to protect health. The guide is helpfully organized according to symptoms with special sections on organ groups and areas of the body. It also describes varying operating environments and the procedures that must be used to ensure better outcomes for patients. "Special Operations Forces Medical Handbook" is an essential resource for doctors, nurses, military personnel, doomsday preppers, outdoor enthusiasts, hikers, campers, and anyone who would like to better know how to save a life in an emergency situation. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper.
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