Decision Making in Paramedic Practice

Collen, Andy

ISBN 10: 1859599214 / ISBN 13: 9781859599211

Published by Class Professional, 2022

New. Seller Inventory # ERICA82918595992146

Synopsis:

"A timely addition to the literature. Complex decision making is one of the greatest and most far reaching challenges that our profession faces today. Andy Collen’s book prepares readers for the next phase in their healthcare practice, and will no doubt appeal to paramedics everywhere." Andy Newton, College of Paramedics. Decision making is a key process in healthcare – good decision making reduces clinical risk and improves outcomes for patients, but it can be a difficult skill to navigate. Exploring the role of the modern paramedic as a critical thinker, this text offers a unique perspective on clinical decision making. Highlighting important aspects such as the balance between intuition and experience as well as professional issues, Decision Making in Paramedic Practice is essential reading whether you are a student, newly qualified, or undertaking continuing professional development. This new edition includes: - Five case studies, and chapters with scenarios and real-life examples - Practice tips and checklists, and reflective exercises at the end of every chapter - The latest theory, evidence and research - Discussion on how to deal with dilemmas in practice.

About the Author: Andy Collen is a consultant Paramedic at SECAMB. He previously contributed to the JRCALC Guidelines and the UK edition of Emergency Care in the Streets. Andy is also the Medicines and Prescribing Project Lead for the College of Paramedics.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Decision Making in Paramedic Practice
Publisher: Class Professional
Publication Date: 2022
Binding: paperback
Condition: New
Edition: 2nd Edition
Book Type: book