Page 3 - Emergency medicine for students ebook
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Index:
Burns
Broken bones and fractures Open wounds
Animal bites
Hypothermia
Anaphylaxis
Cardiac arrest
Test yourself
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How to use this booklet
• The major incidents students have reported as wanting to know how to treat are divided into the above sections.
• Each topic has colour coded:
o Symptoms to recognise the condition
o Pre hospital aid to treat in the community
o Hospital treatment summary with access to equipment and drugs.
• Some topics also include a brief description or break down of the types of each condition eg types of burns.
• Drugs are in bold to aid fast access in emergency setting.
o Drug doses are correct at time of writing, but always check local
trust guidelines.
• Relevant diagrams and videos are included to aid visual learners.
• At the end of each topic are additional references if you need to expand
your knowledge with further information.
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