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Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Explore the science, clinical reasoning, and operational realities of medicine in flight and beyond Earth. Aerospace Medicine Essentials is a comprehensive professional reference covering the physiological, clinical, operational, and safety principles that shape human performance in aviation and spaceflight. From the effects of altitude and reduced oxygen pressure to acceleration, spatial disorientation, fatigue, medical certification, aeromedical transport, microgravity, radiation, and commercial spaceflight, this volume connects fundamental physiology with the decisions faced by clinicians, aircrew, and aerospace professionals. Inside, readers will explore: - Atmospheric physics, cabin pressure, altitude, and the gas laws that govern flight physiology- Hypoxia, oxygen transport, supplemental oxygen systems, and decompression- Trapped gas, barotrauma, decompression sickness, and pressure-related disorders- Acceleration physiology, G-forces, G-induced loss of consciousness, and impact tolerance- Vestibular physiology, spatial disorientation, motion sickness, and sensory illusions- Vision, night operations, laser exposure, hearing, noise, and vibration- Thermal stress, survival physiology, immersion, and environmental hazards- Fatigue, circadian disruption, sleep, workload, and human performance- Aircrew health assessment and medical certification principles- Cardiovascular, neurological, metabolic, psychiatric, and medication-related considerations- Passenger health, fitness to fly, and in-flight medical emergencies- Aeromedical evacuation, patient preparation, transport physiology, and care in transit- Human adaptation to microgravity, including cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, neurological, and ocular effects- Space radiation, spacecraft atmospheres, life-support systems, and habitability- Medical care during lunar, orbital, and future deep-space missions- Commercial human spaceflight, participant screening, operational risk, and medical autonomy- Aircraft accident investigation, human factors, crash survivability, and cabin air quality Designed for both structured learning and practical reference Twenty detailed chapters combine scientific explanation with applied aerospace reasoning. Clinical and operational cases show how principles translate into real decisions, while carefully organized tables and reference sections make complex material easier to review and apply. Readers will also find: - Mechanism in Focus sections explaining the physiology behind important findings- Operational Pearls connecting scientific principles with practical aerospace decisions- Red Flags highlighting situations that require urgent recognition- Standards and Evidence sections distinguishing regulation, guidance, and supporting research- More than 100 reference tables- 120 illustrations and photographs- Four practical appendices- A comprehensive glossary- Chapter-organized references- A detailed subject index Ideal for: Medical and allied health students, physicians entering aerospace practice, aviation medical examiners, flight surgeons, flight nurses, flight paramedics, aeromedical transport professionals, aircrew, human-factors specialists, aviation safety professionals, and readers interested in the medical challenges of human spaceflight. From the physiology of a pressurized cockpit to the medical challenges of deep space, Aerospace Medicine Essentials provides a structured foundation for understanding how the human body performs, adapts, and sometimes fails in the environments of flight and space. This item is printed on dem Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Explore the science, clinical reasoning, and operational realities of medicine in flight and beyond Earth. Aerospace Medicine Essentials is a comprehensive professional reference covering the physiological, clinical, operational, and safety principles that shape human performance in aviation and spaceflight. From the effects of altitude and reduced oxygen pressure to acceleration, spatial disorientation, fatigue, medical certification, aeromedical transport, microgravity, radiation, and commercial spaceflight, this volume connects fundamental physiology with the decisions faced by clinicians, aircrew, and aerospace professionals. Inside, readers will explore: - Atmospheric physics, cabin pressure, altitude, and the gas laws that govern flight physiology- Hypoxia, oxygen transport, supplemental oxygen systems, and decompression- Trapped gas, barotrauma, decompression sickness, and pressure-related disorders- Acceleration physiology, G-forces, G-induced loss of consciousness, and impact tolerance- Vestibular physiology, spatial disorientation, motion sickness, and sensory illusions- Vision, night operations, laser exposure, hearing, noise, and vibration- Thermal stress, survival physiology, immersion, and environmental hazards- Fatigue, circadian disruption, sleep, workload, and human performance- Aircrew health assessment and medical certification principles- Cardiovascular, neurological, metabolic, psychiatric, and medication-related considerations- Passenger health, fitness to fly, and in-flight medical emergencies- Aeromedical evacuation, patient preparation, transport physiology, and care in transit- Human adaptation to microgravity, including cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, neurological, and ocular effects- Space radiation, spacecraft atmospheres, life-support systems, and habitability- Medical care during lunar, orbital, and future deep-space missions- Commercial human spaceflight, participant screening, operational risk, and medical autonomy- Aircraft accident investigation, human factors, crash survivability, and cabin air quality Designed for both structured learning and practical reference Twenty detailed chapters combine scientific explanation with applied aerospace reasoning. Clinical and operational cases show how principles translate into real decisions, while carefully organized tables and reference sections make complex material easier to review and apply. Readers will also find: - Mechanism in Focus sections explaining the physiology behind important findings- Operational Pearls connecting scientific principles with practical aerospace decisions- Red Flags highlighting situations that require urgent recognition- Standards and Evidence sections distinguishing regulation, guidance, and supporting research- More than 100 reference tables- 120 illustrations and photographs- Four practical appendices- A comprehensive glossary- Chapter-organized references- A detailed subject index Ideal for: Medical and allied health students, physicians entering aerospace practice, aviation medical examiners, flight surgeons, flight nurses, flight paramedics, aeromedical transport professionals, aircrew, human-factors specialists, aviation safety professionals, and readers interested in the medical challenges of human spaceflight. From the physiology of a pressurized cockpit to the medical challenges of deep space, Aerospace Medicine Essentials provides a structured foundation for understanding how the human body performs, adapts, and sometimes fails in the environments of flight and space. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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