Compendium on Drowning

This printed compendium provides a thorough and updated review of how drowning accidents should be assessed and managed. The booklet has been developed for Akuttundervisning's drowning course and serves as a useful reference for both course participants and healthcare professionals in their clinical daily practice.

Content: Definitions and concepts, pathophysiology, risk factors, first aid, advanced medical treatment pre-hospital and in-hospital, as well as specific management of children. The compendium also covers myths about "secondary drowning," important physiological principles such as oxygenation and hypothermia, and includes practical flowcharts and treatment recommendations.

Format: A4
Scope: 24 pages