Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics
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Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics
An essential introduction to pathophysiology for paramedics
Paramedics are specialists in out-of-hospital emergency healthcare; they are also capable of operating as generalist clinicians whose work is indispensable in a variety of healthcare settings. The response to the COVID-19 pandemic, especially, has revealed the versatility of the paramedic workforce. Contemporary paramedic practice continues to break new ground as the workforce is called upon to undertake critical roles in support of the wider healthcare sector. However, to perform their crucial work, paramedics require a strong understanding of pathophysiology to enable them to make rapid and effective clinical decisions.
Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics is a comprehensive introduction to this subject for aspiring, early-career, and experienced paramedics. This textbook links theory to practice and supports high-quality care in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Drawing on the latest available evidence and clinical best practice, it promises to support current paramedics and prepare student paramedics for their future as healthcare professionals.
- User-friendly organisation of topics broken down by body systems
- Detailed discussion of patient-focused issues, common and specialised diseases, and more
- Physiological and psychological alerts to aid in diagnosis and response
Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology for Paramedics is ideal for all paramedic students and early career paramedics.
Series: Fundamentals
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781119862802
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 11 April 2024
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell
Contributors:
- Edited by Ian Peate
- Edited by Simon Sawyer
- Edited by Ian Peate
Audience: Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 25.0mm
Width: 203.0mm
Height: 254.0mm
Weight: 1111g
Pages: 464
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About the Author
ABOUT THE EDITORS
Ian Peate is Visiting Professor of Nursing at St George's University of London and Kingston University London; Visiting Professor, Northumbria University; Senior Clinical Fellow, University of Hertfordshire; Professorial Fellow, University of Roehampton; Editor-in-Chief of the British Journal of Nursing, Consultant Editor of the Journal of Paramedic Practice, and Consultant Editor of the International Journal of Advancing Practice.
Dr. Simon Sawyer is the Director of Education at the Australian Paramedical College in Queensland, Australia. Simon has worked as an Advanced Life Support Paramedic since 2012. Simon completed a PhD in Paramedicine and holds an Adjunct Senior Lecturer position with the Paramedicine Department at Griffith University.
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