|
Presents information in a practical, easy-to-locate format
Provides appendices on medical terms, lists of prescription drugs, and 45 black-and-white photographs showing examples of death and decomposition
Includes a chapter on other experts who may be needed at the death scene[NOTE: We were thinking of including an actual page illustration to emphasize the compact convenience of this book... perhaps a page with a less extreme photograph.]
Handbook for Death Scene Investigators provides concise information in a handy, pocket-sized (3 1/2" x 6") format - perfect for on-the-scene reference.
Details about sudden natural deaths by disease and accidents are emphasized in this guidebook, complemented with practical information on:
· reviewing a medical chart
· collecting evidence
· obtaining a medical history
· interacting with other law enforcement personnel, witnesses, and relatives
Anyone responsible for investigating natural deaths - from police investigators to medical examiners - can go direct to the information they need at a moment's notice with the Handbook for Death Scene Investigators
Table of Contents
Guidelines for the Investigator
Signs of Sudden Death and Disease at the Scene
Obtaining Medical History
Traumatic Deaths
Time of Death and Decomposition
Decedent Identification
Scene Evidence Collection
Signs of CPR and Treatment
The Autopsy
Other Experts
Cause, Manner, and Mechanism
Appendices
Medical Terminology
Prescription Medications
Photographs
Index
Publication Date: 3/26/1999
Number of Pages: 152
|
