{"product_id":"manual-of-clinical-paramedic-procedures-isbn-9781405163552","title":"Manual of Clinical Paramedic Procedures","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'I can enthusiastically recommend the \u003ci\u003eManual of Clinical Paramedic Procedures\u003c\/i\u003e as the book that I wish had been available to me when I was studying to become a paramedic.'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eFrom the foreword by Professor Malcolm Woollard, Chair, College of Paramedics; Professor in Pre-hospital and Emergency Care \u0026amp; Director, Pre-hospital, Emergency \u0026amp; Cardiovascular Care Applied Research Group, Coventry University\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Clinical procedures are a fundamental aspect of care for practitioners working in pre-hospital settings. The \u003ci\u003eManual of Clinical Paramedic Procedures\u003c\/i\u003e is written specifically to support the practice of paramedics, ambulance technicians, first responders and volunteer ambulance personnel. It presents up-to-date, evidence-based expert knowledge, enabling paramedics to deliver effective, patient-focused care.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis accessible handbook provides a comprehensive exploration of core competencies and skills, looking at topics including Aseptic Technique, Airway Management, Assisted Ventilation, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Defibrillation and External Cardiac Pacing, Observations, Pain Assessment \u0026amp; Management, Respiratory Therapy, Spinal Management and Venepuncture.  Each chapter provides the relevant anatomy \u0026amp; physiology, evidence-based rationales for each procedure, and contraindications of use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey features:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe first UK text to explore clinical procedures for paramedics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWith further reading and illustrations throughout\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAll procedures include the rationale for the action recommended\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGuides paramedics in the clinical application of evidence-based procedures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ci\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eForeword\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Airway management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinition of airway management\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConcept of a stepwise approach\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic anatomy of the airway\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic airway management manoeuvres\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic airway adjuncts\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvanced airway adjuncts and cricothyroidotomy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Assisted ventilation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinition of assisted ventilation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndications for assisted ventilation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe literature and complications associated with assisted\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eventilation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEquipment and procedures for assisted ventilation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation and basic life support\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinitions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe chain of survival\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdult basic life support\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic life support in pregnancy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMechanical chest compression devices\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe recovery position\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePaediatric basic life support\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNewborn life support\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForeign body airway obstruction (choking)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey point\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4. Defibrillation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinition of defibrillation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe literature behind defibrillation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProcedure for defibrillation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinition of transcutaneous cardiac pacing (TCP)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTerminology used in transcutaneous cardiac pacing\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndications for use of transcutaneous pacing\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe literature behind transcutaneous cardiac pacing\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEquipment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5. Cardiovascular observations and examination\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003etechniques\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe assessment of pulses\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapillary refill time measurement\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlood pressure measurement\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe electrocardiogram\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCardiac auscultation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTemperature measurement\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6. Respiratory observations and examination techniques\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndications for respiratory assessment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRespiratory rate\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRespiratory depth assessment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChest and respiratory inspection\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChest compliance\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRespiratory pattern\/rhythm assessment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOxygen saturations\/pulse oximetry\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePeak flow measurement\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChest percussion\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTactile vocal fremitus\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChest auscultation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVocal resonance\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7. Neurological observations and examination techniques\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinitions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLevel of consciousness assessment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePupillary assessment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing motor function\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessment of reflexes\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessment of movement and power\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessment of co-ordination\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessment of abnormal movements\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSensory function assessment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFAST\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVital signs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlood glucose testing\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8. History taking and communication\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinitions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey communication skills\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunication models\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe practitioner–patient relationship\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA standardised history framework\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestioning techniques\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsent\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9. Documentation and record keeping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinitions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy keep healthcare records?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat constitutes good medical records?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eModels of record keeping\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbbreviations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey documents in record keeping and documentation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Caldicott Guardian\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectronic patient records\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10. Drug administration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinitions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLegislation related to paramedic administration\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eof drugs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrug formulations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrug documentation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStorage of drugs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRoutes of administration\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11. Medical gases\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinition and indications for the use of Entonox\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvantages of Entonox\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContraindications to the use of Entonox\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEquipment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrinciples of administration of Entonox\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProcedure for administering Entonox\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTroubleshooting\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinition of oxygen therapy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndications for use\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCautions and contraindications to the use of oxygen\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEquipment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProcedure for administering oxygen\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse of cylinders and cylinder safety\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12. Infection control\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinitions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndications for infection control\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHand hygiene\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePersonal protective equipment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13. Vascular access devices\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinition of a vascular access device\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnatomy of veins\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePeripheral cannulas\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndications for peripheral cannulation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelection of device for peripheral cannulation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelection of vein\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTechniques of venodilatation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComplications of peripheral venous cannulation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProcedure for peripheral venous cannulation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntraosseous infusion\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnatomy of bones\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndications for intraosseous access\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContraindications to intraosseous access\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEquipment for intraosseous access\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComplications of intraosseous access\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocation sites for intraosseous access\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProcedures for intraosseous access\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14. Needle thoracocentesis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinitions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe literature surrounding needle thoracocentesis\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEquipment required\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndications for use\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContraindications of use\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePotential problems of use\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProcedures\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e15. Pain assessment and management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinitions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcute pain v chronic pain\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing pain\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing pain in cognitively impaired patients\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOverview of pain management techniques\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16. Fracture and soft tissue injury management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinitions: What are fractures, sprains, strains and\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003edislocations?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGeneral principles of musculoskeletal injury management\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrinciples of splinting\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSlings and support bandages\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBox splints\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVacuum splints\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNeighbour strapping\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraction splints\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSAM splints\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePelvic fractures\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e17. Spinal management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRelevant gross anatomy\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvidence on how to immobilise the spine\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHazards and complications associated with spinal\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eimmobilisation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndications for spinal immobilisation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEquipment and procedures\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e18. Assessment and management of wounds and burns\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinitions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassification of wounds\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWound healing\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrinciples of wound management\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe use of tourniquets and haemostatic dressings\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBurns assessment\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBurn management principles\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e19. Moving and handling procedures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefinitions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy is moving and handling important?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey legislation\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManual handling and no lift policies\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRisk assessment in moving and handling\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBiomechanical principles\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrinciples of manual handling\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdditional principles\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLifting aids\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey points\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences and Further reading\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIndex\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Throughout its 19 chapters and 378 pages, there are excellent drawings and photographs which suggest the authors promote the old adage of a picture says a thousand words. Manual of Clinical Paramedic Procedures is an all encompassing procedure book promoting good.\" (\u003ci\u003eJournal of Emergency Primary Health Care (JEPHC)\u003c\/i\u003e, August 2010)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"The content is both contemporary and reflective of evidence based practice. Written by paramedics for paramedics. A rarity indeed. A must read for all in the profession.\" (\u003ci\u003eJournal of Paramedic Practice\u003c\/i\u003e, July 2010)\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cb\u003ePete Gregory\u003c\/b\u003e is a Paramedic and Senior Lecturer in Paramedic Practice at Coventry University.  He represents Coventry University at the Higher Education Ambulance Development Group and is research active with Coventry University’s Applied Research Group in Prehospital, Emergency and Cardiovascular Care. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eIan Mursell\u003c\/b\u003e is Lecturer-Practitioner in Paramedic Practice with Coventry University and an Emergency Care Practitioner Clinical Facilitator with West Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust.  \u003cb\u003e'I can enthusiastically recommend the \u003ci\u003eManual of Clinical Paramedic Procedures\u003c\/i\u003e as the book that I wish had been available to me when I was studying to become a paramedic.'\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eFrom the foreword by Professor Malcolm Woollard, Chair, College of Paramedics; Professor in Pre-hospital and Emergency Care \u0026amp; Director, Pre-hospital, Emergency \u0026amp; Cardiovascular Care Applied Research Group, Coventry University\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003cp\u003eClinical procedures are a fundamental aspect of care for practitioners working in pre-hospital settings.  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