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Pearson+ gives you access to much more than your eTextbook. Most titles also include audiobooks, study notes, flashcards and more to help you thrive in the classroom. For courses in emergency medical technician training and emergency medical services. A standard in EMS education for over 40 years Emergency Care has provided generations of EMTs with the practical information needed for success in class and in the field. Grounded in National EMS Education Standards, it presents current practices through in-depth yet easy-to-grasp coverage. Critical-thinking features prepare students for real-world emergency scenarios. All chapters of the 15th Edition were updated to meet current standards and science. New content recognizes the shifting roles of EMTs, especially in pharmacology and in uses of new technology. Additionally, terminology is more prominent in this edition, supporting success in practice and on the national certification exam.