As paramedicine shifts to an all-graduate profession in the UK, this new title is designed specifically to support students to meet the rigorous academic requirements of becoming a paramedic. Study skills has a direct and forthright approach, and covers everything students need to succeed in academia, from academic writing to referencing, essays and presentations, exams and reflective practice. Its interesting case studies are ideally suited to students of this hands-on profession. Written by paramedics for paramedics, this book will help students of all academic levels quickly find their feet and excel on their journey toward working in an ambulance or healthcare setting. Written by experienced paramedicine lecturers and tailored to the academic requirements of students Conforms to Universal Design for Learning, making the text accessible for everyone Written simply and without waffle, ideal for practically-minded students Healthcare examples throughout put learning into context

As paramedicine shifts to an all-graduate profession in the UK, this new title is designed specifically to support students to meet the rigorous academic requirements of becoming a paramedic. Study skills has a direct and forthright approach, and covers everything students need to succeed in academia, from academic writing to referencing, essays and presentations, exams and reflective practice. Its interesting case studies are ideally suited to students of this hands-on profession. Written by paramedics for paramedics, this book will help students of all academic levels quickly find their feet and excel on their journey toward working in an ambulance or healthcare setting. Written by experienced paramedicine lecturers and tailored to the academic requirements of students Conforms to Universal Design for Learning, making the text accessible for everyone Written simply and without waffle, ideal for practically-minded students Healthcare examples throughout put learning into context

Written by Dianne Inglis and Jeffrey Kenneally, the workbook includes more than 70 paramedic-focused clinical skills that link underpinning theory and knowledge with expectations for contemporary clinical practice. To ensure the skills are performed correctly and to standard, the resource is further strengthened with a ready-made assessment tool, ideal for both self-directed learning and instructor use. The text is designed for practising skill development, and preparation for assessment and clinical placement. Clinical Skills for Paramedic Practice 1e includes two key components: practical skill instruction and the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) assessment checklist. The skills sections contain clear step-by-step written and photographic instruction in basic to advanced clinical skills, with rationales provided to enhance knowledge acquisition and clinical decision-making. The OSCE checklists allow students and instructors to easily track and assess progress in skill development. Step-by-step skill instruction combined with an OSCE assessment checklist Structured reflection and end-of-chapter questions to assist with deeper understanding of key concepts and application to practice Designed specifically for use by Australian and New Zealand paramedics An eBook and downloadable skill and assessment sheets are included with purchase of the print book Additional resources on Evolve: • An eBook on VitalSource Student and Instructor Resources on Evolve: Clinical skill work instructions Formative Clinical Skill Assessment (F-CSAT) Summative Clinical Skill Assessment (S-CSAT) Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) Formative Clinical Skill Assessment (F-CSAT) key Direct Observation of Procedural Skills (DOPS)

Now in its third edition, this highly acclaimed resource is the ideal guide for student and practicing paramedics looking to refresh and consolidate their assessment skills. Assessment Skills for Paramedics has been thoroughly revised with fresh, up-to-date knowledge and national guidance. Divided into body systems and presented in a clear, accessible format the book takes the reader through the considerations and actions required for each type of emergency presentation. New to this edition: •Histories, assessments and scenarios across multiple chapters. •Content covering the well-being of the paramedic. •Chapters including the review of systems (RoS) approach. •A systematic format of primary and secondary survey in each chapter that relates to current practice. •Reflects updates to Ambulance Clinical Guidelines, and the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence Guidelines, and The Joint Royal Colleges Ambulance Liaison Committee guidelines. Packed full of practical, contemporary advice for all paramedics featuring: •An approach that mirrors current UK and international practice. •Consideration of the social, ethical and legal factors that might impact on care. •Specific chapters in the specialist fields of paediatric assessment and neonatal assessment and care. Written by experienced paramedics, specialist health care professionals and doctors, this book will enable readers to enhance their practical knowledge and to make accurate, timely and thorough assessment of patients across the lifespan. “From those developing as students in the pre-registration period to those in the post-registration phase of their career this book is valuable asset to all.” Mark Willis, Programme Lead – BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science and Out of Hospital Care, University of Sunderland, UK “This timely, thoughtful, well-conceived and systematic text is the perfect companion to paramedic practise.” Andy Newton, Immediate Past Chair College of Paramedics, UK “The writing is concise and to the point whilst at the same time covering all that is needed for safe and competent practice. I would recommend this text for student paramedics and experienced practitioners alike.” Dr Simon Butler, Senior Lecturer, Course Leader for DipHE Paramedic Studies, Anglia Ruskin University, UK Amanda Blaber is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Sport and Health Sciences University of Brighton, for the BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science course and an Honorary Fellow of the College of Paramedics Graham Harris is a Paramedic Consultant Educationalist. He is a Fellow of the College of Paramedics and recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award and formerly the National Education Lead for the College of Paramedics.

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