Ditch Medicine describes advanced medical procedures in a field setting. Should the Pre-Hospital Care Provider (PHCP) find himself in the middle of a medical disaster, his ability to use the procedures in this book can mean the difference between life and death. Through graphic photos, illustrations and case studies, Hugh Coffee provides real-world lessons and step-by-step instructions for small wound repair, infected wounds, decompression and drainage of the chest, IV therapy, emergency airway procedures, anaphylactic shock, pain control, amputations, burns and nutrition and emotional support. A perfect companion to . Army Special Forces Medical Handbook
