10 Best Books on First Aid

We have compiled a list of the Best Reference Books on First Aid, which are used by students of top universities, and colleges. This will help you choose the right book depending on if you are a beginner or an expert. Here is the complete list of First Aid Books with their authors, publishers, and an unbiased review of them as well as links to the Amazon website to directly purchase them. If permissible, you can also download the free PDF books on First Aid below.

1. Basic Nursing and First Aid

 
1."First Aid Radiology for the Wards (First Aid Series)" by Latha Ganti Stead and S. Matthew Stead
“First Aid Radiology for the Wards (First Aid Series)” Book Review: This book is about first aid radiology and explains important concepts and tasks involved. It teaches how to read and understand normal and abnormal x-rays, MRIs, and CTs, and common diseases and disorders. The book covers topics such as preparing for and taking tests, recognizing basic anatomical structures, and identifying abnormal conditions. The book includes about 150 radiologic images and is useful for radiology students and nurses.

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2."Oxford Handbook of Expedition and Wilderness Medicine (Oxford Medical Handbooks)" by Anderson and Johnson
“Oxford Handbook of Expedition and Wilderness Medicine (Oxford Medical Handbooks)” Book Review: This book explains the steps to be taken when going on any expedition in a hostile environment. This book mentions different risks from animals, food, water, plants and fungi. It guides a user to maintain hygiene and safety. The sections covered in this book are fieldcraft, treatment of medical problems encountered during an expedition, environmental hazard and crisis management. Other topics involved are how to keep members of expedition healthy, how to identify disease in a remote location, and brief summaries of medical problems commonly suffered on this type of expeditions. This book is suitable for people who want to go on an expedition in an unknown environment.

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3."First Aid for the Basic Sciences, General Principles, Second Edition (First Aid Series)" by Tao Le and Kendall Krause
“First Aid for the Basic Sciences, General Principles, Second Edition (First Aid Series)” Book Review: This book offers an introduction to basic science and provides a solid foundation in first aid. The topics covered include behavioural science, embryology, biochemistry, anatomy, and histology, as well as microbiology, immunology, pathology, and general pharmacology. It includes rapid review questions for exam preparation and features full-colour images, learning aids, and tables to enhance comprehension. This book is an excellent resource for medical students seeking to develop a solid understanding of basic science and first aid concepts.

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4."Internal Medicine Correlations and Clinical Scenarios" by Conrad Fischer
“Internal Medicine Correlations and Clinical Scenarios” Book Review: This book provides an overview of correlations and their application in clinical scenarios. It covers various medical specialties such as cardiology, hematology, endocrinology, neurology, and gastroenterology, and also includes topics such as nephrology, pulmonary, rheumatology, oncology, and infectious diseases. Additionally, the book contains more than 100 medicine cases, along with questions and answers, and includes useful tips and hints for exam preparation. It is designed to be useful for first- and second-year medical students seeking a comprehensive understanding of medical correlations.

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2. First Aid and CPR

 
1."First Aid, Cpr and Aed Standard:Meets the Most Current and Ecc Guidelines" by Alton L Thygerson
“First Aid, Cpr and Aed Standard:Meets the Most Current and Ecc Guidelines” Book Review: The book provides an integrated teaching and learning system for preparing students. It includes the most current CPR and ECC Guidelines standard and first aid. It describes the working of CPR and use of AED during the emergency. It presents the current information on injuries and illness in a clear format. The book provides a step-by-step explanation of the skills necessary. It also provides a summary on steps for the treatment that first aiders should consider. It also involves some information on various organizations like ACEO, AAOS and ESCI.

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2."First Aid, CPR, And AED Essentials" by American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
“First Aid, CPR, And AED Essentials” Book Review: The book presents a comprehensive approach to teaching and learning for students to be well-prepared. It incorporates the latest standards in CPR and ECC Guidelines, as well as first aid. It provides a clear understanding of how CPR works and the proper use of AED during emergencies. It presents up-to-date information on injuries and illnesses in a concise and easy-to-understand format. The book offers a detailed, step-by-step guide to mastering the necessary skills, along with a summary of the treatment steps that first aiders should take. Furthermore, it features flow charts and visual summaries to assist in understanding the appropriate procedures and techniques.

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3."CPR and First Aid: Lay Responder Training Workbook" by Laura Courtney Walker
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4."CPR and First Aid Care (Speedy Study Guides)" by Speedy Publishing LLC
“CPR and First Aid Care (Speedy Study Guides)” Book Review: This book is useful for everyone for the knowledge of first aid and CPR. It provides guidance with step-by-step instructions on CPR and First Aid. It aims to make people aware and to gain power to rescue someone’s life. It would be helpful for all first aid rescuers and for parents.

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5."APLS: The Pediatric Emergency Medicine Resource" by AAP - American Academy of Pediatrics and American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP)
“APLS: The Pediatric Emergency Medicine Resource” Book Review: This book is a comprehensive guide to Advanced Pediatric Life Support (APLS) and is intended for paramedics, nurses, emergency physicians, and other healthcare professionals who require advanced knowledge and skills. It covers the key components of testing, treatment, assessment, disposition, and diagnosis. The book is organized into chapters based on case studies and educational modules. It includes numerous colored photographs and illustrations to facilitate clear understanding of the content.

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6."Complete Review of Pathology and Hematology for NBE With CD" by Kumar P
“Complete Review of Pathology and Hematology for NBE With CD” Book Review: This book is designed to assist students who are preparing for entrance exams, such as NEET, AIIMS, and PGI. It contains explanations for numerous questions from recent exams, including those from AIIMS. Topics such as cytokines, chromosomal abnormalities, blood clotting factors, cell adaptation, white and red blood cells, bleeding, and the renal system are included. It also covers types of giant cells, modified macrophages, and urinary casts. Disorders of various diseases are discussed with appropriate examples and figures. This book covers most of the important concepts included in entrance exams.

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