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BL
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| Record Number
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584634
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| Doc. No
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b413853
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| Main Entry
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Graver, Dennis
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| Title & Author
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Aquatic rescue and safety /\ Dennis K. Graver
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| Publication Statement
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Champaign, IL :: Human Kinetics,, c2004
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| Page. NO
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vi, 249 p. :: ill. ;; 26 cm
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| ISBN
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0736041222 (softcover)
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: 9780736041225 (softcover)
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| Bibliographies/Indexes
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 239-243) and index
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| Contents
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Introduction to aquatic rescue and safety -- Drowning -- Recognition and response -- Physiological considerations -- Water and Bbdy temperature considerations -- Heart, lung, and head injuries -- Spinal cord injuries -- Water sports -- Swimming injuries -- Scuba diving injuries -- Watercraft-related submersion injuries -- Emergency procedures -- First aid -- Evacuations -- Emergency action plans -- Legal concerns
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| Abstract
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"The only book of its kind, Aquatic Rescue and Safety provides detailed information on how to identify, treat, and prevent all types of submersion injuries. Written by a veteran scuba diving instructor and water-rescue instructor trainer, the book presents the latest, most effective rescue and first aid procedures - techniques proven to save lives - for all water-related injuries."
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"The book also provides specific steps that you can take to prevent accidents, and it gives you the tools you need to promote safety on the water, including tips for people who have children with them in aquatic settings. Whether you are simply an avid boater or swimmer or a member of a water rescue team, this book will help you acquire the knowledge and skills to prevent water-related injuries and save lives."--BOOK JACKET
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| Subject
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Aquatic sports-- Safety measures
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| Subject
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Lifesaving
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| LC Classification
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GV770.6.G73 2004
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| Parallel Title
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How to recognize, respond to, and prevent water-related injuries
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