Essentials of Sea SurvivalHuman Kinetics, 13 de jun. de 2002 - 320 páginas Essentials of Sea Survival contains original scientific research and investigations from two internationally recognized experts on cold-water survival. In addition to having practical personal experience with cold water immersion, Frank Golden and Michael Tipton regularly lecture at various international conferences about water survival, and they are frequently called on for expert commentary on television and radio. The majority of books on this subject are personal survival accounts; few relate to scientific studies. This book is different: Using reader-friendly language, two leading environmental physiologists present the facts and dispel the myths of surviving a sea accident. The book, thanks to the real-life stories and easy-to-read format, will appeal primarily to the layperson who works or plays on or near the water. The text will also be of interest to an academic audience, who will appreciate the original research and up-to-date physiological and medical information Essentials of Sea Survival is a compelling, informative, and comprehensive guide to open-water survival. Drawing from classic maritime disasters and personal accounts of near-miraculous survival, as well as carefully controlled laboratory experiments, it offers practical advice for avoiding as well as surviving a cold-water accident. It’s an important reference for anyone associated with open-air aquatic activities, such as members of the Coast Guard, Navy, and Marines; offshore oil rig employees; fishermen; divers; amateur and professional sailors; water safety instructors and life guards; water rescue personnel; boaters; water skiers; outdoor survival course instructors; and other recreational water sports enthusiasts. |
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... resulting in the abandonment of 19 yachts ( although 14 were later recovered ! ) and the sinking of 5. The rescuers recovered 136 men and women . Sadly , 15 lives were lost . Seven died after safely boarding their life rafts , and ...
... resulting in the abandonment of 19 yachts ( although 14 were later recovered ! ) and the sinking of 5. The rescuers recovered 136 men and women . Sadly , 15 lives were lost . Seven died after safely boarding their life rafts , and ...
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... result from a similar set of circumstances . Usually a number of factors are involved , any one of which would have little effect but which in combination result in a deadly spiral of events leading to disaster . This coincidental ...
... result from a similar set of circumstances . Usually a number of factors are involved , any one of which would have little effect but which in combination result in a deadly spiral of events leading to disaster . This coincidental ...
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... result in tragedy . A series of early and correct decisions may result at worst in a heroic story of survival and at best in avoidance of the problem altogether . Recognition of the early danger signs , however , comes only with ...
... result in tragedy . A series of early and correct decisions may result at worst in a heroic story of survival and at best in avoidance of the problem altogether . Recognition of the early danger signs , however , comes only with ...
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... result of a series of unconnected events ( misjudgments , minor errors of omission or commission ) that cumulatively lead to a disaster . The speed with which the final events can unfold leaves no time for initial familiarization with ...
... result of a series of unconnected events ( misjudgments , minor errors of omission or commission ) that cumulatively lead to a disaster . The speed with which the final events can unfold leaves no time for initial familiarization with ...
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... chemical alterations resulting in an increase in the level of acid in the muscles that would prove harmful to the body if not neutralized Body fluid Heart + circulation 5-6L C In cells 62 18 Essentials of Sea Survival Cell Survival.
... chemical alterations resulting in an increase in the level of acid in the muscles that would prove harmful to the body if not neutralized Body fluid Heart + circulation 5-6L C In cells 62 18 Essentials of Sea Survival Cell Survival.
Conteúdo
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Chapter Summary and Recommendations | 38 |
Initial and ShortTerm Immersion | 51 |
Drowning and Near Drowning | 79 |
Hypothermia | 95 |
Survival Time in Cold Water | 119 |
Survival | 177 |
Illnesses Injuries | 215 |
Conversion Factors | 280 |
Bibliography | 287 |
79 | 289 |
Index | 295 |
119 | 297 |
141 | 303 |
About the Authors | 304 |
Search and Rescue | 243 |
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