| Document ID (ISN) | 107295 |
| CIS number |
07-1352 |
| ISBN(s) |
978-951-802-743-3 |
| Year |
2007 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Author(s) |
Saarni H., Niemi L. |
| Title |
Medical handbook for seafarers |
| Bibliographic information |
Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, FIOH-Bookstore, Topeliuksenkatu 41 a A, 00250 Helsinki, Finland, 2007. 213p. Illus. Index. Price: EUR 39.00. |
| Abstract |
This handbook provides instructions on the medical first aid and treatment required on board ships until the patient has either recovered or is transported to land for more suitable treatment. It helps persons responsible for medical treatment on board decide on the best course of action, including when to consult a doctor by radio or when to urgently have the patient transported to land for medical treatment. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
ships; medical treatment; first aid; sea transport |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
manuals; prophylaxis; vaccination; health care personnel |
| Document type |
E - Books, reports, proceedings |
| Country / State or Province | Finland |
| Subject(s) |
Transport and communications
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Industries and occupations
Occupational medicine, epidemiology
|
| Browse category(ies) |
Water transportation
First aid and emergency organization
|
