Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics

An essential introduction to pathophysiology for paramedics
 
Paramedics are specialists in out-of-hospital emergency healthcare; they are also capable of operating as generalist clinicians whose work is indispensable in a variety of healthcare settings. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic, especially, has revealed the versatility of the paramedic workforce. Contemporary paramedic practice continues to break new ground as the workforce is called upon to undertake critical roles in support of the wider healthcare sector. However, to perform their crucial work paramedics require a strong understanding of pathophysiology to enable them to make rapid and effective clinical decisions.
 
Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics is a comprehensive introduction to this subject for aspiring, early-career, and experienced paramedics. This textbook links theory to practice and supports high-quality care in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Drawing on the latest available evidence and clinical best practice, it promises to support current paramedics, and prepare student paramedics for their future as healthcare professionals.
* User-friendly organisation of topics broken down by body systems
* Detailed discussion of patient-focused issues, common and specialised diseases, and more
* Physiological and psychological alerts to aid in diagnosis and response
 
Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics is ideal for all paramedic students and early career paramedics.

List of contents

Contributors xiv
 
About the Editors xviii
 
Preface xix
 
Acknowledgements xxi
 
Chapter 1 Learning the Language: Terminology 1
Ian Peate
 
Introduction 1
 
Anatomy and Physiology 2
 
Anatomy 2
 
Physiology 8
 
Terminology 10
 
Pathophysiology 11
 
The Determinants of Health 14
 
Using a Medical Dictionary, Hints and Tips 15
 
Summary 17
 
References 17
 
Further Reading 18
 
Online Resources 18
 
Glossary 18
 
Multiple Choice Questions 18
 
Chapter 2 Cell and Body Tissue Physiology 20
Terry Dore and Ian Peate
 
Introduction 20
 
Cell Anatomy and Function 21
 
The Cell Membrane 22
 
The Cytoplasm 23
 
The Nucleus 23
 
Cellular Reproduction 24
 
Differentiation 26
 
Cellular Organelles 26
 
Body Tissues 28
 
The Ageing Process 29
 
Summary 30
 
References 30
 
Further Reading 31
 
Online Resources 31
 
Glossary 31
 
Multiple Choice Questions 32
 
Chapter 3 Homeostasis 34
Sadie Diamond- Fox and Alexandra Gatehouse
 
Introduction 34
 
Homeostatic Mechanisms 35
 
Thermoregulation 36
 
Blood Glucose Homeostasis 38
 
Arterial Blood Pressure Homeostasis 41
 
Plasma Osmolality and Electrolyte Homeostasis 42
 
Acid-Base Homeostasis 45
 
Blood Partial Pressure of Carbon Dioxide Homeostasis 45
 
Summary 48
 
References 48
 
Further Reading 49
 
Online Resources 49
 
Glossary 49
 
Multiple Choice Questions 50
 
Chapter 4 Trauma and Inflammation 52
Kylie Kendrick and Scott Stewart
 
Introduction 52
 
Pathophysiology of Trauma and Inflammation 54
 
Management 57
 
Summary 61
 
References 61
 
Further Reading 64
 
Online Resources 64
 
Glossary 64
 
Multiple Choice Questions 66
 
Chapter 5 Shock 68
Matt Wilkinson- Stokes
 
Introduction 68
 
Shock 69
 
Pathophysiology of Shock 70
 
Burn Shock 76
 
Stages of Shock 78
 
Identification of Shock 81
 
Management of Shock 82
 
Summary 85
 
Acknowledgement 86
 
References 86
 
Online Resources 87
 
Glossary 87
 
Multiple Choice Questions 87
 
Chapter 6 The Nervous System and Its Associated Disorders 89
Tom E. Mallinson
 
Introduction 89
 
Central Nervous System 90
 
Peripheral Nervous System 97
 
Disorders of the Nervous System 101
 
Traumatic Brain Injury 102
 
Stroke 111
 
Dementia 113
 
Seizures and Epilepsy 117
 
Summary 120
 
References 120
 
Further Reading 121
 
Online Resources 122
 
Glossary 122
 
Multiple Choice Questions 123
 
Chapter 7 The Cardiovascular System and Its Associated Disorders 125
Tom E. Mallinson
 
Introduction 125
 
Gross Anatomy 126
 
Cardiac Cycle 129
 
Diseases of the Heart 134
 
Electrical 143
 
Diseases of the Vasculature 145
 
Summary 146
 
References 146
 
Further Reading 147
 
Online Resources 147
 
Glossary 148
 
Multiple Choice Questions 149
 
Chapter 8 The Blood and Associated Disorders 151
David Yore
 
Introduction 151
 
Functions of Blood 152
 
Composition of Blood 152
 
Blood Grou

About the author

ABOUT THE EDITORS
Ian Peate is Visiting Professor of Nursing at St George's University of London and Kingston University London; Visiting Professor, Northumbria University; Senior Clinical Fellow, University of Hertfordshire; Professorial Fellow, University of Roehampton; Editor-in-Chief of the British Journal of Nursing, Consultant Editor of the Journal of Paramedic Practice, and Consultant Editor of the International Journal of Advancing Practice.
Dr. Simon Sawyer is the Director of Education at the Australian Paramedical College in Queensland, Australia. Simon has worked as an Advanced Life Support Paramedic since 2012. Simon completed a PhD in Paramedicine and holds an Adjunct Senior Lecturer position with the Paramedicine Department at Griffith University.

Summary

Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics

An essential introduction to pathophysiology for paramedics

Paramedics are specialists in out-of-hospital emergency healthcare; they are also capable of operating as generalist clinicians whose work is indispensable in a variety of healthcare settings. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic, especially, has revealed the versatility of the paramedic workforce. Contemporary paramedic practice continues to break new ground as the workforce is called upon to undertake critical roles in support of the wider healthcare sector. However, to perform their crucial work paramedics require a strong understanding of pathophysiology to enable them to make rapid and effective clinical decisions.

Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics is a comprehensive introduction to this subject for aspiring, early-career, and experienced paramedics. This textbook links theory to practice and supports high-quality care in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Drawing on the latest available evidence and clinical best practice, it promises to support current paramedics, and prepare student paramedics for their future as healthcare professionals.
* User-friendly organisation of topics broken down by body systems
* Detailed discussion of patient-focused issues, common and specialised diseases, and more
* Physiological and psychological alerts to aid in diagnosis and response

Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics is ideal for all paramedic students and early career paramedics.

Product details

• Authors: Ian (University of Hertfordshire Peate
• Assisted by: Ian Peate (Editor), Peate Ian (Editor), Sawyer (Editor), Simon Sawyer (Editor)
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.03.2024
• EAN: 9781119862802
• ISBN: 978-1-119-86280-2
• No. of pages: 464
• Series: Fundamentals
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > Clinical medicine; Krankenpflege, Anatomie, Medizin, Pathophysiologie, Anatomy, Rettungssanitäter, Nursing, Health & Social Care, Gesundheits- u. Sozialwesen, Medical Science, Intensiv- u. Notfallpflege, Acute, Critical & Emergency Care