Fundamentals of Paramedic Practice - A Systems Approach

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.

List of contents

List of contributors xiv
 
Preface xvi
 
Acknowledgements xvii
 
About the companion website xviii
 
Chapter 1 Professionalism in paramedic practice 1
Netta Lloyd-Jones
 
Introduction 2
 
Professionalism in paramedic practice 2
 
Defining professionalism 3
 
Professionalism as ethical practice 3
 
Professional identity, socialisation, and culture 4
 
How do students learn professionalism? 6
 
Assessment and standards of professionalism 7
 
Regulatory areas, fitness to practise processes, and outcomes 8
 
Conclusion 9
 
Activities 9
 
Glossary 10
 
References 10
 
Chapter 2 Professional health regulation for paramedicine and ambulance prehospital emergency care 12
Ramon Z. Shaban, Ruth Townsend
 
Introduction 13
 
Principles for paramedic professional health regulation 13
 
Health professional regulation for paramedic professionalism 14
 
The UK experience 15
 
Paramedics behaving badly 18
 
The Australian experience 19
 
Conclusion 20
 
Activities 21
 
Glossary 21
 
References 22
 
Chapter 3 Human factors in paramedicine 23
Sam Willis, Helen Pocock
 
Introduction 24
 
What are human factors? 24
 
Human error in paramedicine 25
 
Tasks 26
 
Organisation 27
 
Tools and technology 28
 
Environment 28
 
Interactions 29
 
Human factors in paramedic practice 29
 
Conclusion 32
 
Activities 32
 
Glossary 33
 
References 33
 
Chapter 4 Mental capacity and prehospital care 35
Sue Putman
 
Introduction 36
 
What is mental capacity? 36
 
How do we make decisions? 37
 
Assessing mental capacity 38
 
The five principles 39
 
Additional mental capacity safeguards 43
 
Conclusion 45
 
Activities 46
 
Glossary 46
 
References 47
 
Chapter 5 Mental health and prehospital care 48
Sue Putman
 
Introduction 49
 
What is 'mental health'? 49
 
What are 'mental disorder' and 'mental illness'? 50
 
Emotions (mood) and behaviour 52
 
ABC model of emotion 52
 
Brief outline of common mental illnesses 52
 
General strategies to help with all mental health conditions in the prehospital environment 56
 
Mental health act 57
 
Conclusion 57
 
Activities 58
 
Glossary 58
 
References 58
 
Chapter 6 Communication skills for the prehospital professional 60
Sam Willis, Gary Mellor
 
Introduction 61
 
Background 61
 
The importance of effective communication 62
 
A model of communication 62 vii
 
Nonverbal communication 63
 
Verbal communication 68
 
Effective listening 69
 
Empathy 70
 
Barriers to effective communication in the prehospital setting 70
 
Conclusion 71
 
Activities 71
 
Glossary 72
 
References 73
 
Chapter 7 Sociological aspects of paramedic practice 74
Kellie Tune
 
Introduction 75
 
The sociological imagination 75
 
Three sociological paradigms 76
 
The sociocultural context of health 78
 
Medicalisation and demedicalisation 80
 
Conclusion 80
 
Activities 80
 
Glossary 82
 
References 82
 
Chapter 8 Legal and ethical aspects of paramedic practice 84
Ruth Townsend, Sam Willis, Nevin Mehmet
 
Introduction 85
 
Legal aspects of

About the author

Sam Willis is Senior Lecturer in Paramedicine, School of Biomedical Sciences, Charles Sturt University, Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia.
 
Roger Dalrymple is Principal Lecturer, Professional Education and Leadership Programmes, Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, UK.

Summary

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.

Product details

• Authors: Roger Dalrymple, S Willis, Sa Willis, Sam Willis, Sam (University of Tasmania Willis, Sam Dalrymple Willis
• Assisted by: Dalrymple (Editor), Dalrymple (Editor), Roger Dalrymple (Editor), Sa Willis (Editor), Sam Willis (Editor), Willis Sam (Editor)
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.10.2019
• EAN: 9781119462958
• ISBN: 978-1-119-46295-8
• No. of pages: 464
• Series: Fundamentals; Fundamentals
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > General; Krankenpflege, Medizin, Nursing, Medical Science, Notfallmedizin u. Traumatologie, Emergency Medicine & Trauma, Intensiv- u. Notfallpflege, Acute, Critical & Emergency Care