Introduction to EMS systems

Author(s)

• Walz, Bruce J.

Bibliographic Information

Introduction to EMS systems

Bruce J. Walz

Delmar Thomson Learning, 2002

Note

Includes index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

This invaluable resource provides a broad, contemporary overview of EMS with a real-world focus on the field provider. Readers will appreciate the case studies that introduce chapter topics, as well as the learning objectives, glossary of terms, and study questions that make learning easier. Whether you're studying to become an EMS provider or need a general EMS reference tool for your medical library, this book will meet your needs.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction. Chapter 2: History of EMS. Chapter 3: Legislation and Regulation. Chapter 4: Human Resources. Chapter 5: Transportation. Chapter 6: Medical Direction. Chapter 7: Education Systems. Chapter 8: Public Education. Chapter 9: Prevention. Chapter 10: Public Access. Chapter 11: Communication Systems. Chapter 12: Disaster Response. Chapter 13: Clinical Care. Chapter 14: Information Systems. Chapter 15: System Finance. Chapter 16: Evaluation. Chapter 17: Research.

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Details

• NCID: BB02514870
• ISBN:
  • 9780766819849
• LCCN: 2001028225
• Country Code: us
• Title Language Code: eng
• Text Language Code: eng
• Place of Publication: Albany
• Pages/Volumes: xxi, 364 p.
• Size: 23 cm
• Classification:
  • LCC : RA645.5
  • DC21 : 362.18
• Subject Headings:
  • LCSH : Emergency medical services
  • LCSH : Emergency medicine