Streetmedic's Handbook

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Summary: Streetmedic's Handbook.
Review: I thoroughly enjoyed the book, used it in conjunction with my paramedic classes, keep it with me while on duty, and find it a great refresher. The format is simple and straight forward and written as you might encounter an incident. I had the good fortune to meet Dr. Traynor and several of the reviewers noted in the book. Dr. Traynor also taught the patient assesment segment of my EMTP class and some other reviewers also taught in our medic class. I recommend this book to everyone in EMS and am waiting for the second edition!! Thank you Dr. Traynor, et al

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Summary: Great For All EMS personnel
Review: I thoroughly enjoyed the book, used it in conjunction with my paramedic classes, keep it with me while on duty, and find it a great refresher. The format is simple and straight forward and written as you might encounter an incident. I had the good fortune to meet Dr. Traynor and several of the reviewers noted in the book. Dr. Traynor also taught the patient assesment segment of my EMTP class and some other reviewers also taught in our medic class. I recommend this book to everyone in EMS and am waiting for the second edition!! Thank you Dr. Traynor, et al

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Summary: Must have book for new medics
Review: New medics in particular should grab up this book. I eagerly await a second edition but I have found no other book that cuts to the chase and explains differential diagnosis of about 40 common EMS conditions as well. I strongly encourage new EMS folks to buy this book as the wealth of information that is in here is amazing. While some of the information is old -- I don't think it has been updated since the ACLS changes of 2000, it still has a great deal of good information throughout and should be added to required text lists of NREMT-P and NREMT-I programs.

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Summary: Must have book for new medics
Review: New medics in particular should grab up this book. I eagerly await a second edition but I have found no other book that cuts to the chase and explains differential diagnosis of about 40 common EMS conditions as well. I strongly encourage new EMS folks to buy this book as the wealth of information that is in here is amazing. While some of the information is old -- I don't think it has been updated since the ACLS changes of 2000, it still has a great deal of good information throughout and should be added to required text lists of NREMT-P and NREMT-I programs.

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Summary: Awesome Book
Review: This book is so cool, I've bought it twice (to replace one that was stolen). This book is clear, easy-to-read, and concise in a way that allows you to review a chapter on the way to the call. The first chapter on abdominal pain will show you the value of such a text. And it's small size makes it easy to carry, and the cover's tough, too. All considered, a damn fine book for EMS

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Summary: Streetmedic's Handbook.
Review: Well, I have to say...I'm duly impressed. It's not often that I find a medical reference book that is as clear, concise, and step-by-step as this one. Even though it's geared towards the EMT-P, it could be a very helpful guide to anyone in health-related fields...from trauma nurse to home health aide to first responder. Although the book does assume you have the basic knowledge of the advance EMT, it can contain valuable insight for all. It's also well organized; it's easy to look something up and find your information in a short time.