Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens

by American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP)

2011 · Jones & Bartlett Publishers

Over five million workers in health care related fields are at risk to exposure to bloodborne pathogens, such as the HIV virus and hepatitis B virus. Designed to meet the current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training requirements, Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens, Sixth Edition is designed to teach students and employees how to prepare for potential occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials. Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens, Sixth Edition also includes supplemental information on airborne pathogens, such as tuberculosis, and other unusua

First Aid, CPR, and AED Standard

by American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, British Paramedic Association Staff, Ray Carney

2009 · Jones & Bartlett Learning

First Aid, CPR, and AED Standard, Irish Edition is the centre of an integrated teaching and learning system that offers instructor, student, and technology resources to better support instructors and prepare students. The text includes: PHECC Clinical Practice Guidelines for Occupational First Aid and conforms to the FETAC Standard for Occupational First Aid; coverage of the 2005 Guidelines; current information on injured and illnesses: Core information for first aiders presented in a clear and straightforward format; skills drills that offer step-by-step explanations and visual summaries of important skills; flowcharts that reinforce the decision-making process and appropriate procedures; and decision tables: Provide a concise summary of what signs first aiders should look for and what treatment steps they should take.

Principles of ALS Care

by Nicholle Brock, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

2009 · Jones & Bartlett Learning

This ALS-level reference discusses the relevant pathophysiology of common illnesses and injuries and lists key signs and symptoms to evaluate for common illnesses and modalities and appropriate assessments and exams. Detailed tables included throughout list treatments, purpose, dosing, adn notes. In addition to assessment and treatment details, Principles of ALS Care includes a wealth of important information on common illnesses and injuries. Designed specifically for EMT-Intermediates and Paramedics, this book can be used as a comprehensive field reference or as an adjunct to refresher traini