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Software Title: Acute Medical Emergencies for Palm OS
Publisher: Mobipocket.com
License Type: Shareware
Platform: Palm OS
Supported Operating Systems: Palm OS
Supported Languages: English
Requirements: 6.5 MB of memory RAM or expansion card
Price: $55.50

Publisher's Description:

This product requires the Mobipocket Reader software to be installed on your PDA.

Publisher: BMJBooks (British Medical Journal)

This comprehensive book gives a systematic approach to managing acute patients, from basic procedures to the specific treatments for different conditions. Based on the Advanced Life Support Group course MedicALS, it is a tried and tested guide appropriate for all emergency staff, as well as those likely to encounter acute emergencies on the ward.
Contents include:
# recognition of the medical emergency
# the structured approach to: airway, breathing , circulation, disability assessment
# presenting complaints: respiratory, cardiac, hepatic, renal, and brain failure
# organ failure
# special circumstances: elderly and immunocompromised patients, transportation of the seriously ill patient
# interpretation of emergency investigations
# practical procedures: airway and breathing, circulation, and medical.

With the winning ALSG formula of clear, step by step text backed up with helpful line drawings, summary boxes, and an appendix of drugs, Acute Medical Emergencies is the ideal ready reference for all emergency situations.