>>I've read the first few chapters and soon realized that the material really needs face-to-face training and practice to be truly totaly efective. <br><br>True, but I don't know of any first-aid book that is a substitute for f2f training and practice.<br><br>>>Other techniques that should be practice are the moves. Actions such as rolling a victem onto a tarp or a stretcher are best done several times before they are actually required in a true emergency. <br><br>And that is part of the practical skills we teach.<br><br>>>I think the books explanation of shock is the best I've read. <br><br>Several people have stated that, and it's my opinion as well.<br><br>>>I'll pass along more comments as I work through the book again.<br><br>Thanks. I appreciate the input.