{"product_id":"assessment-skills-for-paramedics-paperback-1","title":"Assessment Skills for Paramedics - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAmanda Blaber\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Specifically designed to support pre-hospital practice, this well-structured text provides a solid foundation for effective patient assessment, clinical decision-making, and professional development. It is a valuable addition to any paramedic's personal library!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKirsty Lowery-Richardson FCPara, Head of Education - Royal College of Paramedics, UK.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"The text successfully bridges theory and practice, enabling readers to apply assessment skills confidently within clinical environments. Its practical focus, clarity, and relevance make it an invaluable learning and revision resource for contemporary paramedic practice.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaula Gardner, Principal Lecturer in Paramedic Apprenticeships, University of Cumbria, UK. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"\u003c\/i\u003eAssessment Skills for Paramedics\u003ci\u003e, continues to provide a comprehensive and practically focused approach to patient assessment for both student and qualified paramedics... It remains highly relevant to paramedic education and clinical practice, drawing appropriately on current guidance and evidence.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDr Caitlin Wilson, Senior Research Fellow (Paramedic), Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust, UK. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFully updated and refreshed throughout, \u003ci\u003eAssessment Skills for Paramedics\u003c\/i\u003e returns with a fourth edition. This widely celebrated resource remains the go-to text for students, paramedics, paramedic practitioners and related emergency personnel looking to consolidate their assessment skills in line with current teaching and national guidance. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrganised by subject and body system, the book guides readers through the key considerations and actions for each physical and psychological emergency presentation. Retaining its trusted and acclaimed approach, this edition contains updated coverage of: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe latest developments in UK and international paramedic assessment practice\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eSystem-specific primary and secondary surveys for a broad spectrum of patient presentations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eExpanded sections covering minor injuries, minor illnesses and frailty in older adults \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eSocial, ethical and legal factors impacting pre-hospital care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecialist assessments for obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, older person and mental health emergencies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eUpdates reflecting the latest Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Standards of Proficiency, Ambulance Clinical Guidelines, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) Guidelines, and The Joint Royal Colleges Ambulance Liaison Committee (JRCALC) guidelines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith contributions from experienced paramedics, specialist health care professionals and doctors, this book will enable readers to enhance their practical knowledge and to confidently make accurate, timely and thorough assessments of patients to the best of their ability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmanda Blaber\u003c\/b\u003e (MSc, BSc(Hons), DipHE (A\u0026amp;E), PGCE, SFHEA) has worked in emergency care and taught student nurses and paramedics in higher education environments for many years. Amanda occasionally works in clinical environments, with direct patient contact and is also a freelance writer and editor. Amanda was awarded an Honorary Fellowship by the College of Paramedics in 2016.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGraham Harris\u003c\/b\u003e (BSc. PGCE. MSc. FCPara) is a Paramedic Consultant Educationalist. 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