Ambulance Care Practice, Second Edition

Are you a paramedic student, trainee associate ambulance practitioner or studying towards a certificate in first response emergency care? Ambulance Care Practice is fundamental to your learning. Endorsed by AACE, the book provides a complete overview of the key skills, knowledge and understanding required to work at ambulance associate practitioner level or similar within the ambulance service. It covers theoretical aspects and practical application, as well as a range of different clinical procedures and patient populations. Learning objectives for each chapter, mapped to a range of courses used by ambulance services to prepare their staff for the role of an ambulance associate practitioner Clearly illustrated, step-by-step instructions for range of essential clinical skills and procedures including trauma care and cardiac arrest Detailed anatomical diagrams that provide necessary context to carry out the practical elements more effectively Specific chapters on each area of patient assessment and specific patient populations and how to manage these effectively Chapters relevant to associate practitioner level including drug administration, mental health and end of life care as well as an in-depth chapter on assisting the paramedic. Evidence-based throughout and up-to-date with the latest guidance, policy and research In line with the National Education Network for Ambulance Services standards Appropriate for Level 4 diploma or similar that qualifies to work as an ambulance associate practitioner Whether you’re starting out or stepping up to become a more effective member of the emergency ambulance crew, this essential resource sets the foundations to your career within the ambulance service.