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High Altitude Risks

Jasper Quincy

Translator A AI

Publisher: Publifye

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Summary

High Altitude Risks explores the serious dangers of venturing into mountainous environments, offering crucial knowledge for understanding, preventing, and responding to altitude-related illnesses and injuries. The book highlights the physiological challenges of reduced oxygen levels, which can lead to Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), High-Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE), and High-Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE). It also addresses cold-related injuries like frostbite and hypothermia, which pose significant threats in mountain environments, emphasizing that understanding these risks is vital for anyone venturing above moderate altitudes.

 
The book’s approach is structured into three key sections: the physiological effects of altitude, cold-related injuries, and evidence-based first aid protocols. Readers gain insights into how reduced oxygen impacts the body, the mechanisms behind cold injuries, and essential intervention techniques such as oxygen administration and descent strategies. It emphasizes how proactive prevention strategies and effective first-aid techniques are crucial for mitigating risks and promoting safer experiences in challenging terrains.
Available since: 03/17/2025.
Print length: 124 pages.

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