An introduction to mountain search and rescue.
Alpine search and rescue teams must perform each incident response safely. To do so requires experience, organizational skills, technical training, and ability. In addition, teams should interface with emergency medical control advisors who are familiar with local terrain, mountain rescue operations, and the evacuation techniques employed. To facilitate safety and organization, each mission can be divided into four linked stages: location, reach, stabilize, and evacuate.
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Lanny
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Teton Village Clinic, St. Johns Medical Center, Jackson, Wyoming, USA. lanjohn@wyoming.com
D000401:Aircraft; D006801:Humans; D009051:Mountaineering; D018635:Rescue Work / Q000458:organization & administration; D014187:Transportation of Patients; D014218:Triage