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Matthew,
I am reading it. So, here is my take.
The forward has some details about transport into and out of theater which is general information. The deied from injuries section is also worth reading. There are some points for the EMT, medic, corpsmen level, etc, however, in all fairness this case base scenario written text is primarily for the surgeons, critical care physicians and possibly even CRNA's or anesthetisologists. Nursing? Probably not, but then again it does give wonderful overviews and could even potentially help nursing understand the ebb and flow in the pre-op, OR, and post-op areas as to what is thought and what is done and why it is done that way.
Also, I think that if you feel that you are destined to go "down range" or you are joining MSF Doctors without Borders) and will be in a war zone encountering these types of cases and injuries on a large scale or small scale, a book companion like this read in your down time is a must. I have to tell you, I am reading it now, and will take it with me to Landstuhl and eventually to either campaign in the Middle-East.
As for ordering, you can do it on-line but it will run you 75 to 80 dollars and takes several weeks to be delivered as the first printing went so fast, so be patient.
I think the pictures speak volumes and the before and after images show you two things. The first is how hard these soldiers have it and the injuries they are sustaining. Like many wars it is only gruesome if you are not familiar with human anatomy and trauma care. The second is the great care that these men receive and how their young bodies heal with the care they get in the field and at home. It is remarkable. I am not trying to sell this book nor do I have a financial interest in it, but if you are serious about educating yourself medically speaking before you go, again, I might consider it.
Dutch Matthews
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