Expert first aid for your home – fully revised and updated 9th edition.
Introduction
From first-aid essentials to life-saving procedures, it’s worth having someone who knows what they are doing to cope with life’s little (and big) emergencies. The latest edition of this best-selling manual, published in association with the UK's three leading first-aid providers, gives you the knowledge you need instantly if someone falls ill or gets hurt.
Brand new live-action step-by-step photographs show you how to treat casualties and over 100 medical conditions and injuries, from minor burns to heart attacks. Find information on the latest life-saving procedures and resuscitation guidelines as well as basic first aid techniques, like bandaging and applying dressings.
Plus, new chapters explain what it’s like being a first aider, what to do in an emergency situation and how to look after a casualty. Keep it handy – for home, for work and for leisure.
Free ‘Cut-out and keep’ PDF available
Download a free PDF of essential first aid techniques for key scenarios, including procedures for treating asthma, choking, and strokes. All content has been taken directly from DK’s First Aid Manual and pre-approved by the first aid societies.
Download the PDF here
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Reviews
Customer Review:
Review by: esc, 06 March 2009
'Great book - covers the basics and more in-depth 1st aid very well with descriptive text and clear pictures. Good refresher from previous 1st aid training.'
Product details
Format: Paperback: flexiback
ISBN: 9781405335379
Size: 148 x 210mm
Number of pages: 288
Publication date: 04 Dec 2008
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
Other formats for First Aid Manual 9th Edition:
Adobe eBook :eBook : £13.00





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