THE WILDERNESS FIRST AID HNDBK

The Wilderness First Aid Handbook serves as a quick-reference guide equipped with basic wilderness first aid knowledge. It is designed to aid laypersons without requiring advanced medical degrees or experience. Dr. Grant Lipman simplifies terms and techniques, focusing on essential information for responding to wilderness emergencies, including cold and heat issues, blister treatment, high altitude illness, and lightning injury prevention. The guide also provides clear evacuation decision-making steps, based on recent Wilderness Medical Society guidelines. Enhanced with full-color illustrations, spiral binding, and waterproof pages, this handbook is essential for any outdoor enthusiast.