This book explains all the accidents & mishaps (some major some less so) that can afflict horses; how to assess what has happened & how to deal with the crisis while you are waiting for the vet
- what to do what not to do. Unfortunately all horse owners & riders must expect to encounter sudden accidents & emergencies from time to time. Being informed & prepared will make a crucial difference between coping & floundering helplessly or even making things much worse during the critical period immediately following an accident.
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Look after your little people
- expert first aid for your home. From first aid essentials to life-saving procedures it's worth
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First Aid for Dogs provides a 'vet's eye' view of first aid emergencies & common dog health problems & diseases. It gives a level of detailed information & guidance that is missing from many popular dog books yet explains the often complex nature of canine diseases in a clear jargon-free way. Each body system is considered separately. Following a brief introduction giving necessary basic facts on structure & function individual diseases affecting that part of the body are discussed. Throughout the approach concentrates on the owner's/carer's perspective & highlights the things likely to be noticed by them. Information on common symptoms diagnostic tests & treatment options is given together with guidance on likely costs & outlook for individual diseases or conditions. Copious use of illustrations is made in order to clarify the information in the book. Many clinical photographs of real cases & specially commissioned drawings are included. An essential part of the book is its coverage of practical first aid. Both conventional & in the final chapter simple homeopathic treatments are discussed. Probably the best book on the subject currently on the market First Aid for Dogs will prove invaluable to the responsible dog owner breeder student or carer & provides a fascinating insight into modern canine medical care & treatment. ...

Helen has absolutely no interest in becoming a vet like her mother. So she isn't best pleased when asked to help an injured horse. Only this horse isn't entirely normal.. .and nor are his friends. Without warning Helen is thrust into an extraordinary world full of magical rituals fantastical creatures & a dangerous powerful beast known as the Master who would destroy it all. Everything hinges on finding the lost Book of Wisdom before the Winter Solstice. Can Helen work out the riddles & help her new friends to make amends for a foolish prank? This is a wonderful mixture of fable & fiction woven together into an exciting race through Scotland's diverse landscapes accompanied by an array of creatures from mythology & folklore. ...

The insiders guide to emergency medicine board success First Aid for the Emergency Medicine Boards 2e is a concise review of every topic found on the emergency medicine written board examination. The book is a collection of hundreds of frequently tested high-yield facts & visual aids based on the most recently administered in-service & board exams. Features Full-color insert with must-know clinical images Written by residents & ER doctors who passed the exam A chapter on how to prepare for the exam provides valuable test-taking advice ...

Achieve the best possible standard with this bestselling book of traditional practice & guidance. First Aid in Mathematics provides all the help & support needed for learning & practising Mathematics. It offers comprehensive coverage of core mathematical topics in clear & accessible language. It is suitable for both native English speakers & students of English as a second language & can be used in class or as a reference & revision book. * Develops a strong basis of understanding with core topics covered in clear & accessible language * Improves student's ability to work through problems with plenty of practice exercises & revision tests * Reflects its international readership with terms & information that are appropriate for students worldwide ...

Achieve the best possible standard with this landmark book of traditional practice & guidance. First Aid in Science provides all the help & support needed for learning & practising Science. It offers a comprehensive guide to core topics using language that has been controlled for clarity & accessibility. It is suitable for both native English speakers & students of English as a second language & can be used in class or as a reference & revision book. * Develops a strong basis of understanding with core topics covered in clear & accessible language * Improves student's ability to work through problems with plenty of practice exercises & revision tests * Reflects its international readership with terms & information that are appropriate for students worldwide ...

Achieve the best possible standard with this bestselling book of traditional practice & guidance. First Aid in Spelling provides all the help & support needed for learning & practising the complete range of spelling rules & high-frequency words. It is suitable for both native English speakers & students of English as a second language & can be used in class or as a reference & revision book. * Develops a strong basis of understanding with core topics covered in clear & accessible language * Improves student's ability to work through problems with plenty of practice exercises & revision tests * Reflects its international readership with terms & information that are appropriate for students worldwide ...

Fully revised & updated 9th edition:

Includes:: changes to resuscitation techniques from first-aid essentials

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This book is bursting with quizzes games & rhymes to help 3-4 year olds practise & develop their alphabet skills in a playful & stimulating way. * Quizzes games & rhymes to make step-by-step learning playful & stimulating * Parents tips to enable you to steer your child successfully through the new & challenging concepts * Further activities provide a wealth of cheerful inexpensive ideas for incorporating learning skills into everyday life. ...