Paramedic Principles and Practice in the UK (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780323873918)

Paramedic Principles and Practice in the UK is a key textbook designed to support paramedicine students in this country throughout their studies.

The volume takes a practical approach, with case histories covering a broad range of clinical presentations and treatments, all incorporating a patient-centric perspective that acknowledges the longer patient journey.

This must-have textbook will not only arm readers with technical knowledge and expertise, but also with the non-technical principles of the profession, developing future paramedics who are able to provide a safe and effective management plan in the out-of-hospital environment.

• Aligned to UK paramedicine curricula
• More than 40 detailed case studies covering essential pathologies most commonly seen by UK paramedics, as well as less typical scenarios
• Evidence-based clinical decision-making models to support paramedics in practice
• Essential physiological concepts to help readers bridge the gap from principles to practice
• Focus on the wellbeing of both the patient and the paramedic
• Useful appendices including medications commonly encountered in paramedic settings