Careers in Emergency Medical Response Team's: Search and Rescue Units (Library Binding) (ISBN-13: 9780823938315)

At the forefront of the activity in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks on 9/11/01 were the many EMR workers who were called into action. This book is an excellent read for those interested in knowing more about what it means to be on an EMR search and rescue unit. Since 9/11, young readers have been on the lookout for more information on this topic, and this book is a perfect resource. Concise information is given on such topics as the different members who make up an emergency medical services team, the history of the use of helicopters and ambulances in rescue operations, and what it takes to be an EMT.

Author: Jeri Freedman
ISBN-10: 082393831X
ISBN-13: 9780823938315
Publisher: Rosen Central
Language: English
Published: 12/30/2002
Pages: 64
Format: Library Binding
Weight: 0.74lbs
Size: 8.96h x 7.10w x 0.38d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 10.2
Point Value: 2
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 69232 / Careers in Emergency Medical Response Teams' Search and Rescue Units


Review Citation(s):
Booklist 10/15/2003 pg. 421