The Ultimate Survival Medicine Guide by Alton, Joseph, Alton, Amy -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover Title Page Copyright Dedication About the Authors Table Of Contents Introduction I. Principles of Medical Preparedness

Medical Preparedness: How to Get Started Wilderness Medicine vs. Long-Term Survival Medicine The Importance of Community

II. Becoming a Medical Resource

The Status Assessment Likely Medical Issues You Will Face Medical Skills You Will Want to Learn Medical Supplies Natural Remedies The Physical Exam The Mass Casualty Incident Patient Transport

III. Hygiene and Sanitation

Hygiene-Related Medical Problems Lice and Ticks Dental Care Respiratory Infections The Effective Sickroom Food-Borne and Water-Borne Illness Diarrheal Disease and Dehydration

IV. Infections

Appendicitis and Conditions that Mimic It Urinary Tract Infections Hepatitis Fungal Infections Cellulitis Mosquito-Borne Illnesses

V. Environmental Factors

Heat-Related Emergencies Cold-Related Medical Issues Altitude Sickness Wildfire Preparedness Storm Preparedness Earthquake Preparedness Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac

VI. Injuries to Soft Tissues

Minor Wounds Hemorrhagic and Major Wounds Burn Injuries Animal Bites Snake Bites Invertebrate Bites and Stings Head Injuries Sprains and Strains Dislocations Fractures Amputation

VII. Chronic Medical Problems

Thyroid Disease Diabetes High Blood Pressure Heart Disease and Chest Pain Seizure Disorders Kidney Stones and Gall Bladder Disease

VIII. Other Important Medical Issues

CPR in Austere Settings Headache Eye Issues Nosebleeds Earache Hemorrhoids Birth Control, Pregnancy, and Delivery

IX. Medications

Essential Over-the-Counter Drugs Pain Medications Natural Pain Relief Stockpiling Medications

Emergency Contacts Glossary Index

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