While medical specialists in disaster mitigation, preparedness, and
response are needed worldwide, the initial phase of disaster
response is almost entirely dependent upon local resources-making
it essential that all healthcare personnel have a working knowledge
of the field and stand ready to integrate into the response system.
Ciottone's Disaster Medicine, 3rd Edition, is the most
comprehensive reference available to help accomplish these goals in
every community. It thoroughly covers isolated domestic events as
well as global disasters and humanitarian crises. Dr. Gregory
Ciottone and more than 200 worldwide authorities share their
knowledge and expertise on the preparation, assessment, and
management of both natural and man-made disasters, including
lessons learned by the responders to contemporary disasters such as
the COVID-19 pandemic, Australian and western U.S. wildfires,
European heatwaves, the Beirut explosion, recent hurricanes and
typhoons, and the global refugee crisis. Part 1 offers an A-to-Z
resource for every aspect of disaster medicine and management,
while Part 2 features an exhaustive compilation of every
conceivable disaster event, organized to facilitate quick reference
in a real-time setting. Covers basic concepts such as
identification of risks, organizational preparedness, equipment
planning, disaster education and training, and more advanced
concepts such as disaster risk reduction, health in complex
emergencies, building local disaster resiliency, psychological
impact of disasters on children, and more. Contains new decision
trees throughout that help guide you through the decision-making
process in difficult situations. Uses an easy-to-follow, templated
approach to historical perspectives, overviews of current practice
including pre-incident and post-incident actions, medical treatment
of casualties, and potential pitfalls. Includes updated sections on
man-made disasters, including mass casualties, active shooter
situations, integrated response to terrorist attacks, and
chemical/biological/radiological/nuclear/high-yield explosives
disasters. Discusses the latest technologies, such as the use of
mobile disaster applications, drone response systems, and virtual
reality simulation training. Features thoroughly updated
information on crisis leadership, practical applications of
disaster epidemiology, disaster and climate change, and the
integration of non-government agencies (NGOs) in disaster
response-a critical topic for those responding to humanitarian
needs overseas. Includes new chapters on Pandemic Preparedness and
Response, Disaster Medicine in a Changing Climate, Disaster
Response in Asia, Building Local Capacity and Disaster Resiliency,
Civilian-Military Coordination in Disaster Response, Medical
Simulation in Disaster Preparedness, Disaster Nursing, Crisis
Meta-Leadership, Palliative Care in Disasters, Counter-Terrorism
Medicine, SARS CoV (COVID-19 and SARS), and Disasters in Space
Travel. An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook
allows you to access all of the text, figures and references, with
the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and
highlights, and have content read aloud.
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