Click the link below to download the Full Original PDF
**Title:** Emergency Medical Responder: Your First Response in Emergency Care, 7th Edition
**Authors:** David Schottke, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
**Overview:**
"Emergency Medical Responder: Your First Response in Emergency Care, 7th Edition" is a thorough and comprehensive textbook tailored for individuals who act as the first on the scene in emergency situations. This edition serves as an essential resource for Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs) by providing a solid foundation in emergency care, aligned with the National EMS Education Standards. It covers the full spectrum of skills and knowledge needed to handle emergency situations, emphasizing practical applications and critical thinking.
**Structure and Content:**
**Unit 1: Introduction to EMS Systems**
- **Chapter 1: Introduction to EMS Systems:** This chapter provides a historical context of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system, outlining its development and current structure. It discusses the different levels of EMS providers and the roles and responsibilities of EMRs within the system.
- **Chapter 2: Legal and Ethical Principles of Emergency Care:** An exploration of the legal aspects of emergency care, including the concepts of consent, refusal of care, and the legal implications of EMR actions. It also delves into the ethical responsibilities, highlighting the importance of patient confidentiality, professional behavior, and ethical decision-making.
**Unit 2: The Well-Being of the Emergency Medical Responder**
- **Chapter 3: Wellness and Safety of the Emergency Medical Responder:** Focuses on personal wellness and safety, covering topics like stress management, injury prevention, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). The chapter emphasizes the
importance of self-care and situational awareness to prevent injury and illness.
- **Chapter 4: Lifting and Moving Patients:** This chapter teaches proper body mechanics and techniques for lifting and moving patients safely. It includes instructions on using various equipment, such as stretchers, backboards, and stair chairs, to prevent injury to both the patient and the responder.
**Unit 3: Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology**
- **Chapter 5: Introduction to Anatomy:** A detailed overview of human anatomy, focusing on the major body systems and their functions. This foundational knowledge is crucial for understanding the effects of illness and injury on the body.
- **Chapter 6: Principles of Pathophysiology:** Explains how diseases and injuries disrupt normal body functions, providing a basis for understanding the signs and symptoms of various medical conditions.
**Unit 4: Assessment and Care of the Patient**
- **Chapter 7: Introduction to Patient Assessment:** Introduces the steps of patient assessment, including
scene size-up, primary assessment, and secondary assessment. This chapter emphasizes the importance of a systematic approach to identify life-threatening conditions quickly.
- **Chapter 8: Airway Management:** Covers techniques to ensure a patent airway, including manual maneuvers, suctioning, and the use of airway adjuncts such as oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal airways.
- **Chapter 9: Resuscitation and Use of the AED:** Focuses on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). The chapter provides step-bystep instructions for both adult and pediatric resuscitation.
- **Chapter 10: Medical Emergencies:** Discusses the recognition and management of various medical emergencies, including cardiovascular, respiratory, diabetic, and neurological conditions. The chapter includes protocols for managing heart attacks, strokes, asthma attacks, and seizures.
- **Chapter 11: Trauma Emergencies:** Addresses the management of trauma patients, covering topics such as bleeding control, shock management, and the
treatment of specific injuries like fractures, burns, and spinal injuries.
- **Chapter 12: Environmental Emergencies:** Provides information on recognizing and treating environmental emergencies, including heat and coldrelated illnesses, drowning, and bites and stings.
- **Chapter 13: Special Patient Populations:** Discusses the unique care considerations for special populations, including infants, children, pregnant women, and the elderly. This chapter emphasizes the physiological differences and specific needs of these groups.
- **Chapter 14: Behavioral Emergencies:** Focuses on identifying and managing behavioral emergencies, including those related to mental health issues and substance abuse. The chapter discusses strategies for de-escalation and ensuring the safety of both the responder and the patient.
**Unit 5: EMS Operations**
- **Chapter 15: Gaining Access and Patient Extrication:** Covers techniques for gaining access to patients in various environments and the principles of safe patient extrication. The chapter includes
information on vehicle extrication, confined space rescue, and the use of specialized equipment.
- **Chapter 16: Multiple-Casualty Incidents and Incident Management:** Provides guidance on responding to multiple-casualty incidents, including triage, incident command systems, and disaster response. The chapter emphasizes the importance of coordination and communication in large-scale emergencies.
- **Chapter 17: EMS Response to Terrorism:** Prepares responders for the challenges of terrorismrelated incidents, including biological, chemical, radiological, and nuclear threats. The chapter discusses the unique considerations and protocols for these types of emergencies.
- **Chapter 18: Special Rescue Situations:** Focuses on response to special rescue situations such as water, wilderness, and confined space rescues. The chapter provides an overview of the techniques and equipment used in these scenarios.
**Features:**
-
**Clear Learning Objectives:** Each chapter starts with specific learning objectives to guide the reader's focus and ensure that key concepts are understood.
- **Skill Drills:** Step-by-step instructions for essential procedures and techniques are illustrated with photos and diagrams to facilitate hands-on learning.
- **Critical Thinking Exercises:** End-of-chapter scenarios and questions encourage readers to apply their knowledge and think critically about real-life situations.
- **Key Terms:** Important terms are defined and highlighted to help students build a robust medical vocabulary.
-
**Review Questions:** Review questions at the end of each chapter help reinforce the material and assess comprehension.
- **Case Studies:** Real-life case studies provide practical examples and demonstrate the application of concepts in emergency situations.
- **Instructor Resources:** Comprehensive resources for instructors, including lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations, and test banks, support effective teaching and learning.
**Audience:**
"Emergency Medical Responder: Your First Response in Emergency Care, 7th Edition" is designed for individuals pursuing certification as Emergency Medical Responders, as well as those in other first responder roles such as firefighters, law enforcement personnel, and lifeguards. It is suitable for use in high school and college-level EMS training programs and provides a solid foundation in emergency medical care, preparing students for the challenges they will face in the field.
"Emergency
Medical Responder: Your First Response in Emergency
Care,
7th Edition" by David Schottke and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) is a vital resource for anyone preparing to become an Emergency Medical Responder. Its comprehensive coverage, clear explanations, and practical focus make it an invaluable tool for learning the skills and knowledge necessary to provide effective emergency care. Through its structured approach and emphasis on real-life application, this edition equips students with the confidence and competence to respond to emergencies and make a positive impact on the health and safety of their communities.