American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), Nicholle Brock

Principles of ALS Care provides a succinct and comprehensive review of essentials concepts in ALS assessment and treatment.

The text crystallizes key information across the range of advanced-level topics, including the cellular environment, bleeding and shock, airway management and respiratory emergencies, pharmacology, toxicology, medical emergencies, trauma, and pediatric and geriatric considerations.

Presented in clear and concise format, this text will prove invaluable to students and field providers alike.

Designed specifically for advanced providers, Principles of ALS Care can be used as:

• A supplement to initial training, to reinforce assessment and treatment information that students have learned in class
• A study guide to help students prepare for state or national exams,
• A comprehensive field reference,
• An adjunct to refresher training.