Prehospital Emergency Pharmacology

by Bledsoe, Bryan E.; Clayden, Dwayne E.

• ISBN13: 9780134874098
• ISBN10: 0134874099
• eBook ISBN(s): 9780134875200
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780135138229
• Edition: 8th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2018-03-30
• Publisher: Pearson
• More Book Details

About This Book

Prehospital Emergency Pharmacology, 8th Edition

Prehospital Emergency Pharmacology, 8th Edition, is a comprehensive guide designed specifically for advanced emergency medical services (EMS) personnel. This book is a must-have resource for anyone needing to understand the essential medications and pharmacological principles in prehospital care.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by EMS professionals, including paramedics, EMTs, and other emergency responders. It is also a valuable resource for students in advanced EMS courses, as well as instructors looking to provide their students with the most up-to-date information on prehospital pharmacology.

History and Editions

The 8th edition of Prehospital Emergency Pharmacology has been updated to reflect the latest advancements in emergency medical services and pharmacology. This edition includes detailed information on the most commonly used medications in prehospital settings, addressing user feedback and incorporating the latest research. The book is designed to be a practical guide that EMS personnel can rely on in real-world scenarios.

Author and Other Works

Bryan E. Bledsoe and Dwayne E. Clayden are the authors of Prehospital Emergency Pharmacology. Bryan Bledsoe is a well-known expert in emergency medical services and has written several books on the subject. Dwayne Clayden brings his expertise in pharmacology to the text, ensuring that it remains current and relevant.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers all need-to-know medications for EMS personnel, providing detailed explanations and practical applications.
• Practical Approach: The text is designed to be a practical guide that EMS professionals can use in real-world scenarios.
• Updated Information: The 8th edition includes the latest research and updates on pharmacological principles relevant to prehospital care.
• Study Tools: The book includes built-in study tools like highlights and more, making it easier for students to review and retain information.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9780134874098
• eTextbook: Available through VitalSource (ISBN: 9780134875200)
• Other Editions and Formats:
• 7th Edition: Available through Pearson and other retailers (ISBN: 9780133874098)
• eTextbook with additional study tools: Available through VitalSource (ISBN: 9780134875200)

Publication Details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication Date: 2018
• Number of Pages: Varies by format
• Language: English

Related ISBNs:

• 7th Edition: ISBN-13: 9780133874098
• eTextbook (8th Edition): ISBN-13: 9780134875200

This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Prehospital Emergency Pharmacology, 8th Edition, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.

Author Biography

Bryan E. Bledsoe, DO, FACEP, FAEMS, EMT-P, is an emergency physician, researcher, and EMS author. Presently, he is a Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Medicine, and an Attending Emergency Physician at the University Medical Center of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas. He is board-certified in emergency medicine and EMS.

Prior to attending medical school, Dr. Bledsoe worked as an EMT, a paramedic, and a paramedic instructor. He completed EMT training in 1974 and paramedic training in 1976 and worked for 6 years as a field paramedic in Fort Worth, Texas. In 1979, he joined the faculty of the University of North Texas Health Science Center and served as a coordinator of EMT and paramedic education programs at the university. Dr. Bledsoe is active in emergency medicine and EMS research. He is a popular speaker at state, national, and international seminars and writes regularly for numerous EMS journals. He is active in educational endeavors with the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) and the University of Nevada at Las Vegas.

Dr. Bledsoe is the author of numerous EMS textbooks and has in excess of 1 million books in print. Dr. Bledsoe was named a “Hero of Emergency Medicine” in 2008 by the American College of Emergency Physicians as a part of their 40th anniversary celebration and was named a “Hero of Health and Fitness” by Men’s Health magazine as a part of their 20th anniversary edition in November of 2008. He is frequently interviewed in the national media. Dr. Bledsoe is married and divides his time between his residences in Midlothian, TX, and Las Vegas, NV.

Dwayne E. Clayden, MEM, BHSC, PARAMEDIC, is the Director of Emergency Services and Emergency Management for the Stoney-Nakoda First Nation in Morley, Alberta, Canada. He was previously Academic Chair, Prehospital Care Programs in the School of Health and Public Safety at SAIT Polytechnic, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. During his career in Emergency Services, he has been a Manager, Learning and Development for Alberta Health Services—Emergency Medical Services; Assistant Deputy Chief, Staff Development; and Assistant to the Medical Director for the City of Calgary Emergency Medical Services in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He was responsible for clinical competency assessment, medical control protocols, field training, prehospital research, quality care, the in-house paramedic program, and the tactical EMS team.

In 2000, the Governor General of Canada presented Mr. Clayden with the Exemplary Service Medal for his contributions to EMS in Canada. In 1998, the Alberta Prehospital Professions Association presented him with the Award of Excellence for his contributions to Emergency Medical Services in Alberta.

Mr. Clayden began his career in 1978 as a police officer in Calgary. In 1980, he joined the Calgary Fire Department, Ambulance Division, as an emergency medical technician (EMT). Following his paramedic education at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), he became a member of the Staff Development Division of the City of Calgary Emergency Medical Services. In 1987, he began his teaching career at SAIT, first in the EMT program and then in 1988 in the paramedic program. In August 2011, he returned to SAIT Polytechnic as the Academic Chair, Prehospital Care Programs.

From 1991 to 1996, Mr. Clayden was the publisher and editor-in-chief of ON SCENE, an EMS periodical for Canadian EMS. He has coauthored two texts with Dr. Bryan Bledsoe for Brady Publishing, Prehospital Emergency Pharmacology and Pocket Reference for EMTs and Paramedics, and coauthored Essentials of Paramedic Care, Canadian Edition. Mr. Clayden is also a fiction writer of crime thrillers.

Table of Contents

1. General Information
2. Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
3. Administration of Medications
4. Medication Dosage Calculations
5. Fluids, Electrolytes, and Intravenous Therapy
6. The Autonomic Nervous System
7. Medications Used in the Treatment of Cardiovascular Emergencies
8. Medications Used in the Treatment of Respiratory Emergencies
9. Medications Used in the Treatment of Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis
10. Medications Used in the Treatment of Metabolic–Endocrine Emergencies
11. Medications Used in the Treatment of Neurological Emergencies
12. Medications Used in the Treatment of Obstetrical and Gynecological Emergencies
13. Medications Used in Toxicological Emergencies
14. Medications Used in the Treatment of Behavioral Emergencies
15. Medications Used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Emergencies
16. Sedation and Pain Management
17. Weapons of Mass Destruction

Appendices
A. Glossary of Street Drug Names
B. Emergency Intravenous Fluids Quick Reference Guide
C. Quick Medication Reference
D. Common Home Prescription Drug Information
E. Medication Administration Skills
F. A Guide to Herbal Supplements
G. Practice Problems Answer Key—Chapter 4