Communicable Diseases and Infection Control for Ems

This is the first book on communicable diseases and infection control designed specifically for the EMT. With a focus on the infectious diseases seen in a pre-hospital setting, it provides concise information on the full spectrum of bloodborne and airborne illnesses that an EMT or paramedic may encounter on the job--and details the personal protective measures an EMT can take to avoid infection. Considers for each communicable disease: Nature and Spread of the Disease; Signs and Symptoms; Personal Protection. On the Scene features involve readers--as EMTs--in real-life "case histories"/scenarios they are likely to encounter. Modes of Disease Transmission. The Immune System. Communicable Diseases of Childhood. Infectious Diseases Found in Adults. Food Poisoning. HIV and AIDS. Hepatitis. Infection Control Program. For personnel in EMS agencies (including non- emergency medical transportation companies); EMS training centers; and visiting nurse (home health) agencies. For OSHA/CDC required training in bloodborne pathogens and tuberculosis.