Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice
A Systems Approach
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Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice
A Systems Approach
About this book
Driven by changes to clinical practice, new evidence-based research, and shifts in global economics and politics, the field of paramedic science is rapidly evolving. This new edition of Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice offers students and recently qualified practitioners an accessible and comprehensive introduction to paramedic science and pre-hospital care, providing expert and up-to-date guidance on the essential theories and real-world practice of this dynamic area of emergency medicine.
Assuming no prior knowledge of the subject, this user-friendly textbook provides broad and inclusive coverage of topics including professionalism, law and ethics, assessment skills, research methods, pharmacology and more. Contributions from experienced paramedics and clinicians, contemporary case studies, full-colour illustrations and powerful pedagogical tools help students gain a thorough understanding of the essential components of paramedic practice.
- Employs a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to the study of paramedic practice, presenting theoretical and clinical topics in a straightforward and student-friendly manner
- New chapters on toxicology, medical terminology and low acuity care in paramedicine, with an increased focus on mental health
- Includes new end-of-chapter learning activities and quizzes, case studies and references, charts and diagrams
Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice: A Systems Approach is an invaluable resource for undergraduate paramedic and emergency care students as well as qualified paramedics, clinicians and educators seeking an authoritative reference on current practice.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Table of Contents
- List of contributors
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- About the companion website
- 1 Professionalism in paramedic practice
- 2 Professional health regulation for paramedicine and ambulance prehospital emergency care
- 3 Human factors in paramedicine
- 4 Mental capacity and prehospital care
- 5 Mental health and prehospital care
- 6 Communication skills for the prehospital professional
- 7 Sociological aspects of paramedic practice
- 8 Legal and ethical aspects of paramedic practice
- 9 Leadership and mentorship in paramedic practice
- 10 Safeguarding adults at risk of abuse and neglect
- 11 Essential toxicology for prehospital clinicians
- 12 Medical terminology
- 13 Research methods and paramedic practice
- 14 Trauma
- 15 Prehospital electrocardiography
- 16 Assessing the cardiac system
- 17 Assessing the nervous system
- 18 Assessing the abdomen
- 19 Respiratory assessment
- 20 Paramedic assessment skills
- 21 Birth and the paramedic
- 22 Paediatrics
- 23 Medical emergencies
- 24 Caring for older adults
- 25 Managing minor injuries in the prehospital setting
- 26 Major incident management
- 27 Low acuity
- Answers to activities
- Index
- End User License Agreement