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The responses to emergency medical situations described in this textbook prepare students to take the American Red Cross certification exams on first aid and CPR. The 30 detailed chapters illustrate how to control bleeding, care for life-threatening conditions, minimize further injury, and prevent infection. The eighth edition reflects emergency cardiac case 2000 guidelines and adds 100 color photos. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Along with updates to its comprehensive coverage, First Aid for Colleges and Universities, Eighth Edition now provides readers with even more self-assessment to help them succeed. End-of-chapter quiz questions encourage readers to think critically and a new skills sheets appendix provides more testing at the end of the book. The Eighth Edition has also been thoroughly updated to include the latest CPR guidelines, and approximately 100 updated photos have been added to the bookUs extensive art program. A new, clearer design makes the text easy to use. This book prepares readers for various first aid certifications, including Red Cross and American Heart Association. KEY TOPICS Updated CPR coverage includes new guidelines for the number and speed of ventilations, and the procedures for obstructed airways and infant/child ventilations. For college instructors, students, or anyone interested in first aid.
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