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An Introduction To Humans At High Altitude
Introduction And Welcome
Course Welcome Video (2:02)
Module 1: An Introduction To The High Altitude Environment
What & Where Is High Altitude? (12:42)
Considerations For Travel To High Altitude (17:29)
Module 1 Activity
Quiz 1
Module 2: Adapting to High Altitude
Human Physiology & Acclimatisation (20:57)
Sleep At High Altitude (15:11)
Nutrition At High Altitude by Rebecca Dent (26:37)
Route Planning To Prevent Altitude Illness (18:45)
Module 2 Activity
Quiz 2
Module 3: High Altitude Illnesses
Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) (12:52)
High Altitude Pulmonary oEdema (HAPE) (14:48)
High Altitude Cerebral oEdema (HACE) (16:14)
Medical Prophylaxis For Altitude Illness (23:15)
Using A Portable Altitude Chamber (16:03)
Other Altitude Related Illnesses (18:20)
Module 3 Activity
Quiz 3
Module 4: Preparation For High Altitude
Optimising Health & Fitness For High Altitude (12:27)
Equipment At High Altitude (15:05)
High Altitude Medical Kits (20:37)
Managing Emergencies & Evacuations (14:41)
Module 4 Activity
Quiz 4
Further Information & Resources
Course Closing Video (2:01)
Acknowledgements
Casualty Card
AMS Symptom Scoring Sheet (based on Lake Louise Score)
Emergency Treatment 'Cheat Sheet'
Resources
References
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