Author Description

Emergency Care has, for over 40 years, provided generations of EMTs with the practical information needed for success in class and in the field. Grounded in National EMS Education Standards, it presents current practices through in-depth yet easy-to-grasp coverage. Critical-thinking features will prepare you for real-world emergency scenarios. All chapters of the 15th Edition were updated to meet current standards and science, such as the latest American Heart Association guidelines. New content recognizes the shifting roles of EMTs, especially in pharmacology and in uses of new technology. Additionally, terminology is more prominent in this edition, supporting success in practice and on the national certification exam.