The Basic Essentials of Hypothermia - Softcover

Forgey, William W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0934802769 ISBN 13: 9780934802765

Publisher: Ics Books, 1991

Synopsis

Also known as "death by exposure," hypothermia is the lowering of the body's core temperature to a level of debilitation or death. It remains a top priority concern for all outdoor enthusiasts. Distinguish between acute (immersion) and chronic (exhaustion) hypothermia. Prevent hypothermia by understanding its physiological effects and by adapting to conditions. Assess, re-warm and treat a hypothermic victim in the field. Discover the fatal effects of after drop and prevent disaster on your next excursion. Understand nutritional requirements, heat loss, the shivering response and insulation factors.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

For a generation the Basic Essentials series has been as much a part of the outdoors experience as backpacks and hiking boots. Information-packed tools for the novice or handy references for the veteran, these volumes distill years of knowledge into affordable and portable books. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, Basic Essentials books tell you what you need to know. Discover how to protect yourself from core heat loss while you're outdoors in any season, recognize the physiological effects of the cold and adapt so you can enjoy yourself safely, distinguish between rapid onset and slow onset hypothermia, use the most efficient techniques to re-warm and treat a hypothermia victim, and clothe and insulate yourself properly for the travel you undertake.

About the Author:

Dr. Forgey has had considerable wilderness and foreign travel experience. He was made a fellow of the Explores Club (New York City) even prior to receiving his MD degree in 1975. He resides and practices family medicine in Northern Indiana.

About this edition

• Publisher: Ics Books
• Publication date: 1991
• ISBN 10: 0934802769
• ISBN 13: 9780934802765
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 67