Rettungssanitter Heute: The Ultimate Resource for Emergency Medical Professionals

By Jürgen Luxem and Klaus Runggaldier, renowned experts in the field of emergency medical services, “Rettungssanitter Heute” is a comprehensive guide that provides everything you need to know to excel in your profession.

A Modern and Engaging Format

This fifth edition of “Rettungssanitter Heute” features a modern and engaging layout that makes it easy to navigate and learn. The book is designed to provide a complete understanding of the subject matter, making it an essential resource for emergency medical professionals.

Comprehensive Coverage of Emergency Medical Services

“Rettungssanitter Heute” covers the entire spectrum of emergency medical services, including:

• Rettungssanitter/Rettungssanitterin (Emergency Medical Technician)
• Werkssanitter/Werkssanitterin (Occupational First Aid)
• Sanitter/Sanitterin (Medical Assistant)
• Rettungshelfer/Rettungshelferin (Rescue Assistant)

Clear Structure and Simple Language

The book is structured in a clear and concise manner, with simple language that makes it easy to understand complex concepts. The authors have taken great care to ensure that the content is accessible to learners of all levels.

Visual Aids and Learning Tools

The book is complemented by numerous illustrations, information highlights, and summaries in boxes, making it easy to visualize and retain complex information. Additionally, repetition questions at the end of each chapter help to reinforce learning and ensure that you grasp the essential concepts.

Practical Tips and Case Studies

To help you apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios, the book includes practical tips and case studies from experienced emergency medical professionals. This will help you develop your competence and confidence in handling emergency situations.

New Features in the 5th Edition

This latest edition of “Rettungssanitter Heute” features a larger format for better readability and includes new content that aligns with the latest training guidelines. The book is now divided into eight modules that correspond to the eight training objectives for emergency medical technicians:

• Notfallrettung und Krankentransport (Emergency Response and Patient Transport)
• Grundlagen für das Tätigkeitsfeld Rettungsdienst (Foundations of Emergency Medical Services)
• Ersteinschätzung und Untersuchung in Notfallsituationen (Primary Assessment and Examination in Emergency Situations)
• Lebensrettende Maßnahmen (Life-Saving Measures)
• Diagnostik und Therapie (Diagnosis and Therapy)
• Kommunikation und Interaktion (Communication and Interaction)
• Zusammenarbeit in Gruppen und Teams (Teamwork and Collaboration)
• Qualitätsstandards (Quality Standards)

New content in this edition includes:

• Ethical principles
• Self-awareness and role identity
• Inspection, palpation, auscultation, and neurological examination
• Dealing with social fringe groups
• Emergency aftercare, crisis intervention, and support services for emergency responders
• Team communication, decision-making, and collaboration with third parties

Online resources are available to support your learning, including 47 animation videos, 50 worksheets with solutions, 20 downloadable anatomical illustrations, and 2 case studies for exam simulation with solutions.