Thank you.
2006-12-28 06:11:24 · 5 answers · asked by James 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
I am sorry, allow me to clarify. I will be a school teacher in a very remote location. If, goodness forbid, something happens to myself or the children I teach/villagers, (and if it is appropriate for me to intervene without disrespecting their traditional cultural methods), I would like to have some medical knowledge under my belt. I am not asking for pleasure reading.
Thank you kindly for your time and assistance! :)
2006-12-28 06:22:02 · update #1
I suggest taking any first aid classes if you can before you leave! I also suggest making a first aid kit of normal items: bandages, tape, scissors, over-the-counter medication, antibacterial cream, gauze pads, etc. It's cheaper to make one yourself than buying the pre-made kits plus you can personalize it to meet your needs. There are a number of wilderness first aid books on the market that are great~take a trip to the bookstore and find one that meets your needs. There are several books specific to location that you might want to check out. Look at the country's profile on the CIA website: https://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/index.html
It offers specific information on each country and if there are any health risks going to that country. This may help you decide what to put in your kit. For example, if malaria is a problem than you should get on the pills and maybe bring a mosquito net. Good luck and enjoy!
2006-12-28 08:48:14 · answer #1 · answered by dally1025 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Congrats on teaching in a place that really needs teachers. Please take a Wilderness First Responder Course. This course is an intensive 10 day program to prepare people to help others in places far from traditional medical care. The text book Wilderness First Responder by Buck Tilton and the course manual are excellent resources. You can order an excellent medical kit from NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) that will have the essentials you will need in an isolated location.
You will meet great people and learn to recognize, treat, and prevent medical emergencies. You will receive intensive instruction that will build your confidence and help you to recognize those situations that require bringing in more help or evacuating the patient.
Good luck and many wonderful adventures in your new position.
2006-12-28 16:34:52 · answer #2 · answered by readerlady 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Worlds Most Dangerous Places by Robert Young Pelton
An awesome book with tons of tips for surviving in hot spots.
Good Luck.
2006-12-28 14:14:16 · answer #3 · answered by dopeadevil23 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Merck Manual, the Physician's Desk Reference (PDR), any mail order pharmaceuticals catalogue and plenty of recreational-reading material conforming to your personal tastes.
2006-12-28 14:22:14 · answer #4 · answered by Beejee 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't understand what medical care has to do with reading books...
Take whatever books interest you.
2006-12-28 14:15:04 · answer #5 · answered by Ambassador Z 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋