When faced with an injury or sudden illness in a remote location it is critical to know what to look for and how to respond. The sixth edition of Wilderness First Aid: Care in Remote Locations is a comprehensive guide that illustrates how to handle common injuries and illnesses when medical care is an hour or more away. A must-have resources for outdoor recreationists and those who live or work in remote locations, this book includes the most current practice guidelines and assessment best practices. With an easy-to-use format, Wilderness First Aid: Emergency Care in Remote Locations, Sixth Edition will prepare you to make essential decisions and implement the appropriate procedures.

The Sixth Edition includes:

• Coverage of the 2020 CPR and ECC Guidelines
• New content on first aid and emergency care for dogs
• Decision tables that provide a concise summary of what signs to look for and what treatment steps to take
• Skill Sheets that offer step-by-step explanations and visual summaries of important skills
• Flowcharts that reinforce the decision-making process and appropriate procedures
• A refined table of contents for focused learning and quick reference

(9781284264029)