Wilderness and travel medicine : a complete wilderness medicine and travel medicine handbook

467 Pages·2015·3 MB·English

WILDERNESS AND TRAVEL MEDICINE
A COMPLETE WILDERNESS MEDICINE AND TRAVEL MEDICINE
HANDBOOK
Sam Fury
Illustrated by Alexandr Sheshikov
Edited by Max JH Powers
Copyright © 2015 SurviveTravel.com
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Dedications
Corey Morse
Jake Graham
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Stephanie LePage
Disclaimer
The information in this book is for the readers’ consideration only and should
not be used in replacement of professional medical advice or training.
The author nor publisher nor anyone else affiliated with the creation, production
or distribution of this book claims liability or responsibility for any outcome
which results in the practical application of the information contained in this
book.
Always seek professional medical help when faced with a medical issue.
Contents
Contents
Introduction
Enhanced Learning
How to Use This Book
PART I MUST READ INFORMATION
Basic Human Anatomy
Circulatory System
Digestive System
Endocrine System
Immune System
Integumentary System
Genitourinary System
Urinary System
Reproductive System
Male Reproductive System
Female Reproductive System
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Respiratory System
Prevention
Nutrition
Exercise
Recharging
Personal Hygiene
Daily Hygiene Routine for Survival/Collapse Situations
Waste Management
Drinking Water
Caring for the Sick
Soap Making
Vaccinations
Routine Vaccinations
Selective Vaccinations
Required Vaccinations
First Aid Kit
Minimalist First Aid Kit Contents
Medications Guide
Using the Medications Recommended in this Book
Alternative/Natural Remedies Vs Pharmaceuticals
General Safe Use Information for all Medications
Analgesics, Anti-inflammatory and Fever Reducers
General Cautions
Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
Aspirin
Corticosteroids (Prednisone, Cortisone)
Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril)
Hydrocodone (Vicodin)
Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil)
Lidocaine
Naproxen (Aleve)
Oxycodone (Percodan)
Alternative/Natural Analgesics, Anti-inflammatory and Fever
Reducers
Antibiotics
Amoxicillin/Clavulanate (Augmentin)
Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)
Doxycycline (Vibramycin)
Amoxicillin (Amoxil)
Ampicillin (Pricipen)
Azithromycin (Zithromax)
Cephalexin (Keflex)
Cortisporin
Erythromycin Ophthalmic Ointment (Romycin)
Levofloxacin (Levaquin)
Metronidazole (Flagyl)
Sulfamethoxazole / Trimethoprim (Bactrim)
Tetracycline (Sumycin)
Antifungals
Clotrimazole (Lotrimin)
Fluconazole (Diflucan)
Ketoconazole (Nizoral)
Miconazole (Monistat)
Alternative/Natural Antifungals
Antihistamines
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
Loratadine (Claritin)
Antiseptics
Povidone Iodine (Betadine)
Dakin’s Solution
Alternative/Natural Antiseptics
Antiviral Drugs
Acyclovir (Zovirax)
Famciclovir (Famvir)
Oseltamivir (Tamiflu)
Alternative/Natural Antivirals
Haemostatic’s
Zeolite (QuikClot)
Styptic
Alternative/Natural Haemostatic’s
High-Altitude Medications
Acetazolamide (Diamox)
Dexamethasone (Decadron)
Alternative/Natural High-Altitude Remedies
Motion Sickness, Nausea and Vomiting
Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine)
Benadryl
Alternative/Natural Remedies for Motion Sickness, Nausea and
Vomiting
Clove Essential Oil
Safety and Precautions for Essential Oils
Storage and Shelf Life
Dilution
Recommended Dilution Quantities
Carrier Oils
Using Clove Oil
Diffusing
Inhalation
Internal Consumption
Topical Application
Other Uses of Clove Oil
Medicinal Plants
Direct Consumption
Poultice
Tea (Infusion)
Salicin
Tannin
Garlic, Ginger, Honey and Lemon Tea
Garlic
Ginger
Honey
Lemon
Garlic, Ginger, Honey and Lemon Tea Sample Recipe
Hot Water and Rest
Placebo
The Will to Live