Primary Care for Paramedics (EPUB)

As the demand for primary healthcare in the UK increases, the number of paramedics taking on general practice positions is increasing. Written and edited by over 20 healthcare professionals in the field of primary care, this is a fundamental text that describes the scope of the paramedic profession and its foundations in the field of primary care. This resource provides a clinical example of paramedics who already practice within this area, as well as providing prospective paramedics with the necessary theoretical foundations and context in order to develop an understanding and knowledge of this field. Alongside a comprehensive topic range related to primary care, it includes assessment, diagnosis, investigations, and management of a variety of different situations, it also covers aspects of consultation and decision making, as well as professional issues. Clinical sections are concluded with case studies that help to imbue theory with the primary care setting and to reinforce the learning.

Moving to a new area of practice can be frightening, but with your long tenure as a paramedic and this manual as your guide, you will have the knowledge to discuss any patient concerns in primary care.