It is important for everyone to be knowledgeable in first aid. But a Scout has a higher chance of meeting up with an unfortunate incident that requires first aid, either for himself or someone else.

Emergencies can spring up at any time, so being skilled in first aid allows you to take control of a situation, treat a person in need and most importantly, save a life.

"Be Prepared: First Aid" is written so that anyone can read and understand many different types of emergencies - from bug bites and minor scrapes to broken bones, burns and life-threatening emergencies.

It is broken down into 8 different sections:

1. 1. First Aid Principles - The basic ideas and fundamentals.
2. 2. Life Saving Techniques - CPR, rescue breathing, Heimlich, etc...
3. 3. Wounds and Bleeding - Scrapes, cuts, bleeding, stabs, etc...
4. 4. Environmental Injuries - Burns, heat exhaustion, frostbite, etc...
5. 5. Disorders affecting Consciousness - Head injury, stroke, seizures, etc...
6. 6. Bone, Joint and Muscle Injuries - Fractures, dislocations, cramps, etc...
7. 7. Poisoning, Bites and Stings - Chemicals, alcohol, animals, insects, etc..
8. 8. Medical Problems and Emergencies - Diseases, disorders, illnesses, etc...

Each of these sections clearly breaks down the information needed to get you and the victim through the emergency as safely and swiftly as possible. With easy to read content and clearly identifiable pictures, this is the manual to have!

Whether you're looking for a gift for a Scout, a manual to have in a clubhouse or something to keep around your home, you won't be disappointed after picking up this detailed and easy to follow book.

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Publisher's Description:

Book: Paperback: flexiback | 5.07 x 8.70in | 144 pages | ISBN 9780756635213 | 18 Feb 2008 | Dorling Kindersley | 18 - AND UP

Be Prepared – while always associated with the Boy Scouts, this motto and way of life is now the focus of a major product release from the BSA. Headlining this launch is the Be Prepared book series from DK, beginning with Complete Wilderness Training, released April 2007. Though applicable to any outdoor enthusiast, these two new titles are a perfect match to the core Boy Scout values of outdoor activity, safety, and of course, preparation for life’s journeys.

Teaching the basics of first aid through detailed instructions and full-color illustrations, this essential guide for anyone committed to safety includes responses for heat and circulatory problems; wounds and bleeding; bone, joint and muscular problems; nervous system injuries; and burns and animal bites. Also featuring life-saving techniques such as CPR, Be Prepared: First Aid counsels readers to contact medical help with severe injuries as well.