Survival Medicine Book: Emergency First Aid and Disaster Medicine Guide E-Book
Bendis A. I. Saage - English
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This comprehensive survival medicine book provides essential knowledge for handling medical emergencies when professional help is not available. Written for outdoor enthusiasts, preppers, and wilderness travelers, it covers crucial aspects of emergency medicine and disaster response. The guide is structured into five main sections: 1. Emergency Medical Care Basics - Life-saving immediate actions - Wound care in the field - Natural pain management techniques - CPR and bleeding control 2. Wilderness Medicine & Natural Healing - Medicinal plants and natural pharmacy - Traditional healing methods - Creating improvised remedies - Herbal treatments and applications 3. Survival Medicine in Extreme Situations - Treating hypothermia and frostbite - Heat-related emergencies - Poisoning and chemical burns - Environmental hazards 4. Disaster Medicine Care - Fracture management - Burn treatment - Infection control - Medical supply storage 5. Outdoor Medicine & Prevention - Preventive healthcare measures - Risk assessment - Self-protection strategies This practical guide focuses on bushcraft first aid techniques and survival without a doctor in wilderness emergencies. It teaches readers how to use natural resources and improvised materials for medical care. The content emphasizes hands-on skills for outdoor and survival medicine situations, including detailed instructions for emergency procedures and natural healing methods. Readers will learn essential first aid outdoors skills, from basic wound care to managing serious injuries in remote locations. The book includes information about medicinal plants, emergency procedures, and long-term survival medicine strategies. This book was created using innovative technologies such as Artificial Intelligence and specially developed tools – for example, in brainstorming, research, writing, editing, quality assurance, and the design of decorative illustrations. In this way, we want to offer you a particularly coherent, modern, and even higher-quality reading experience.
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In a world full of unpredictable events, medical knowledge can be the difference between life and death. What to do when professional help is not available? This specialized book imparts solid knowledge of emergency and wilderness medicine—from life-saving immediate measures to the use of natural remedies. The practical instructions empower you to provide basic medical care in crisis situations, during outdoor sports, or in the wilderness. Learn proven techniques for wound care, natural pain management, and how to handle typical outdoor injuries. The structured reference work combines modern emergency medicine with traditional healing practices, imparting vital knowledge for extreme situations. Prepare yourself now for medical challenges away from civilization—because in a real emergency, every minute counts.
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Table of Contents
1. Emergency Medical Basics1. 1 Life-Saving Immediate ActionsUnconsciousness and Recovery PositionCardiopulmonary ResuscitationStopping Severe Bleeding1. 2 Wound Care in the FieldCleaning and DisinfectionBandaging Techniques with Natural MaterialsSplinting and Immobilization1. 3 Pain Management without MedicationNaturopathic MethodsCold and Heat ApplicationsPressure Point Techniques2. Wilderness Medicine and Naturopathy2. 1 Medicinal Plants and Natural PharmacyWound-Healing PlantsPain-Relieving HerbsHealing Barks and Roots2. 2 Natural Treatment MethodsPoultices and WrapsHealing Clay and Mud ApplicationsHerbal Infusions2. 3 Improvised RemediesMaking TincturesOintments and PastesHerbal Extracts3. Survival Medicine in Extreme Situations3. 1 Hypothermia and FrostbiteHeat RetentionRewarming TechniquesProtection from Cold Injuries3. 2 Heat-Related EmergenciesSunstroke and HeatstrokePreventing DehydrationCirculatory Stabilization3. 3 Poisoning and Chemical BurnsIdentifying Poisonous PlantsFirst Aid MeasuresDetoxification Methods4. Disaster Medical Care4. 1 Injury ManagementTreating Bone FracturesTreating BurnsTreating Puncture Wounds4. 2 Infection ControlHygiene MeasuresPreventing Wound InfectionsSterilization of Instruments4. 3 Stockpiling and EquipmentBasic Medical EquipmentNon-Perishable MedicationsImprovised Medical Devices5. Outdoor Medicine and Prevention5. 1 Precautionary MeasuresHealth PrecautionsAcclimatizationStrengthening the Immune System5. 2 Hazard RecognitionWeather-Related RisksDangerous Animals5. 3 Self-Protection MeasuresPhysical PreparationEquipment MaintenanceRules of ConductSourcesImage Sources1. Emergency Medical Basics
What to do when medical assistance is not available within a few minutes? In crisis situations and remote areas, even basic knowledge of emergency care can save lives. The right techniques and skills enable effective first aid even with limited resources. This chapter imparts essential skills for medical first response under challenging conditions. Those who master these fundamentals can act calmly in critical moments—when every minute counts.
1. 1 Life-Saving Immediate Actions
Life-threatening emergencies require quick, thoughtful action. This chapter addresses the most important life-saving immediate measures in cases of unconsciousness, cardiac arrest, and severe bleeding. The techniques described here are essential for providing effective assistance in crisis situations until professional rescue teams arrive. Ignorance can have fatal consequences – learn now how to save lives.
Continuous practice and regular refreshment of first aid skills, particularly the recovery position, CPR, and bleeding control, are crucial for effective action in emergencies.
Unconsciousness and Recovery Position
Unconsciousness occurs when a person does not respond to external stimuli [s1]. It is classified as a medical emergency and can have various causes, such as illnesses, injuries, drug use, or choking [s1]. In cases of unconsciousness, regular monitoring of breathing and pulse is crucial [s1]. If the unconscious person is breathing, the recovery position (also Recovery Position) should be adopted to keep the airways clear and minimize the risk of choking [s2][s3]. This is particularly important for individuals with reduced consciousness to prevent airway obstructions and aspiration [s2]. If the unconsciousness is due to a seizure, the recovery position also provides protection against aspiration [s4]. However, if a spinal injury is suspected, repositioning should be avoided as long as breathing is present [s1]. In the case of cardiac arrest, the recovery position should not be used, as it complicates the detection of the arrest [s2]. The correct execution of the recovery position can be significantly improved through targeted training, such as a three-day first aid course [s5]. Studies show that after such training, the success rate increases from 1% to 74%, and this rate remains nearly constant even after four months [s5]. Children from the age of seven are capable of learning and applying the recovery position, which fosters their social responsibility and empathy [s5][s6]. Even if they hesitate in test situations, children often demonstrate the correct application of learned first aid measures, including the recovery position, in real emergency situations [s6]. The positioning of the patient should always consider the individual situation and the necessity of continuous monitoring of breathing and consciousness [s2]. It is important to note that the scientific evidence regarding the recovery position is limited, and current recommendations are based on weak evidence [s2].The chart highlights that severe bleeding and head injuries are the most frequent causes of unconsciousness in survival scenarios, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing skills like hemorrhage control and assessing head trauma. While other factors contribute understanding the prevalence of these major causes allows for better preparation and resource allocation in a crisis.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving measure applied in cases of cardiac arrest. It aims to maintain the oxygen supply to the brain and other vital organs until professional help arrives. [s7] CPR consists of two main components: chest compressions and ventilation. The compressions simulate the pumping of the heart and push blood through the body. They should be performed in the center of the chest, approximately at the level of the nipples. A rhythm of 100-120 compressions per minute is recommended. Ventilation supports the oxygen supply to the blood. After 30 compressions, two ventilations should follow. [s8] If you are unsure about performing ventilation, focus solely on herzdruckmassage, as continuous, effective compressions increase the chances of survival even without ventilation. [s8] Rapid intervention is crucial. Every minute without CPR decreases the likelihood of survival by 7-10%. [s7] Early use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) can increase the survival rate to as much as 75%. [s7] An AED analyzes the heart rhythm and delivers a shock if necessary. The devices are easy to use and available in many public areas. In the event of cardiac arrest in a child under one year old, CPR should be performed with one hand; in older children and adults, it should be performed with two hands. Always ensure to alert emergency services (112) as early as possible, ideally immediately upon recognizing cardiac arrest. [s9] Only through a combination of quick response, effective CPR, and early defibrillation can the chances of survival be maximized. [s9]This chart clearly demonstrates the critical importance of immediate CPR initiation. Every minute without CPR significantly reduces the chance of survival. Rapid response and intervention are crucial for maximizing positive outcomes in cardiac arrest scenarios.
Stopping Severe Bleeding
Severe bleeding poses an immediate life-threatening situation in emergencies and requires quick and targeted action. The first step in controlling bleeding is always to apply direct pressure to the wound [s10]. Use your palm or, if available, a sterile cloth to apply firm pressure directly to the source of bleeding. This pressure must be maintained until the bleeding stops or medical personnel arrive. A pressure bandage can help maintain consistent pressure and should be applied in a way that completely covers the wound and distributes pressure evenly [s11]. It is important not to remove the bandage, even if it becomes soaked with blood, but to add additional layers on top. In cases of severe bleeding from extremities that cannot be controlled with direct pressure, the use of a tourniquet is essential [s10]. The tourniquet should be placed as close to the wound as possible, but not directly over a joint [s10]. Tighten the tourniquet until the bleeding stops. Note the time of application and inform the rescue personnel. In some cases, such as with very severe or difficult-to-control bleeding, a second tourniquet may be necessary, applied alongside the first [s10]. For bleeding in body areas that cannot be tied off (e.g., torso, groin), specialized tourniquet devices have been developed [s10]. These allow for pressure to be applied in these areas as well, helping to control the bleeding. In addition to these measures, hemostatic agents can be used [s10]. These substances promote blood clotting and can be used in combination with direct pressure or wound packing [s12]. They are particularly helpful for non-compressible wounds, where neither direct pressure nor a tourniquet is effective. The application of hemostatic agents should only be performed by trained personnel. Medications such as tranexamic acid can also support blood clotting and reduce mortality in trauma patients [s10]. These medications are typically administered in a hospital setting. The provision of bleeding control kits, placed in high-traffic areas, can be life-saving in emergencies [s13]. These kits should contain standardized items such as hemostatic dressings, pressure bandages, and tourniquets [s13]. Regular training and practical exercises on bleeding control for various target groups are essential to ensure quick and effective action in emergencies [s13].Direct pressure combined with wound packing demonstrates the highest effectiveness, followed closely by tourniquets, especially for extremity wounds. Hemostatic agents offer moderate effectiveness but are less effective than direct pressure/packing or tourniquets. While pressure bandages alone can be useful, they are generally less effective for severe bleeding. Improvised methods like elevation or applying pressure points show the lowest effectiveness and should be used as last resorts or in conjunction with other methods.
1. 2 Wound Care in the Field
Wound care in the field presents a unique challenge. Limited resources and an increased risk of infection necessitate adapted techniques for cleaning, disinfection, dressing, and immobilization. Improvisation with available materials is often crucial to avoid complications and promote healing. From effective wound cleaning with improvised means to constructing splints from natural materials – this section imparts essential knowledge for treating injuries under adverse conditions. Learn how to effectively manage injuries in the field using simple methods, thereby bridging the gap until professional care is available.
In the field, wound care is a combination of cleaning, disinfection, and dressing changes. Cleanliness is of utmost importance to avoid infections, even when only improvised means are available.
