Wilderness Medicine, 7th Edition by William W. Forgey, MD, is a comprehensive, illustrated guide designed for outdoor enthusiasts, guides, and EMTs. It provides essential knowledge on how to recognize, assess, and treat medical emergencies when far from immediate medical help.

Key Features:

• Patient assessment (ABCDEs): Learn how to systematically evaluate patients in emergency situations.
• Wound care: Detailed instructions for treating injuries and preventing infections.
• Orthopedic injuries: Guidance on managing fractures, sprains, and other musculoskeletal issues.
• Environmental issues: Information on handling challenges like hypothermia, heat exhaustion, and altitude sickness.
• Evacuation procedures: Practical advice for safely transporting patients when professional help is not readily available.

This edition is updated with current information on illnesses such as cryptosporidiosis and includes the latest recommendations on medications.

Designed as the next step up from basic first aid, this guide focuses on long-term care and stabilization with limited resources, making it an invaluable resource for those venturing into the wilderness.