Critical Care Paramedicine
A Case-Based Approach
By David Anderson, Ben Meadley, Alexander Olaussen
Critical care paramedics regularly perform advanced life support to patients during the most stressful and time-sensitive situations.
Not only do they require specialist medical knowledge in order to care for critically ill patients, but they are also often expected to think quickly and keep calm under pressure. Putting you in the centre of the action as a critical care paramedic, this book brings together a range of in-depth case studies on critical care. It first presents you with a scenario and then delves deep into the case details in order to challenge and assess your wider understanding of the situation.
KEY FEATURES INCLUDE:
* Over 35 in-depth case studies covering Leadership, Airway, Resuscitation, Cardiac Arrest, Medical Emergencies, Trauma, Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Toxicology, *Contributions from a range of international, specialist authors.
* Question and answer-based format to break down your learning into easily digestible sections with full-colour illustrations.
* Self-reflective questions to enable you to think critically about patient care
* Fully evidence-based and up to date with the latest guidance for international best practice.
* The book will allow you to further your understanding and knowledge of critical care, whether studying for exams, working within an aeromedical environment or providing life-saving care on the ground.
Putting you in the centre of the action as a critical care paramedic, this book brings together a range of in-depth case studies on critical care.
It first presents you with a scenario and then delves deep into the case details in order to challenge and assess your wider understanding of the situation.
The book will allow you to further your understanding and knowledge of critical care, whether studying for exams, working within an aeromedical environment or providing life-saving care on the ground.
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Authors are from Australia
Disc: Acad & Professional
246 X 171 mm
B&W Throughout Release Date: November 2024 Paperback 9781801610377
AUD$: 108.00
Ambulance Care Practice 2/e
By Richard Pilbery, Kris Lethbridge
Brought up to date with the latest guidance, research and policy, this second edition of Ambulance Care Practice is an essential guide for paramedic students, trainee associate ambulance practitioners, those studying towards a certificate in first response emergency care and other ambulance clinicians. It provides a complete overview of the key skills, knowledge and understanding required to work at ambulance associate practitioner level or similar within the ambulance service, covering theoretical aspects and practical application, as well as a range of different clinical procedures and patient populations.
CLASS PROFESSIONAL PUBLISHING
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Paperback
246 X 189 mm
584 Pages
Rel Date: July 2023
9781859598542
AUD$: 138.00
Ambulance Care Clinical Skills
By Richard Pilbery, Kris Lethbridge
Clinical procedures are vital to delivering safe and effective patient care within the prehospital setting, but it is not always easy remembering each step accurately during a time-critical situation. Packed with over 80 clinical procedures, this book is the go-to guide to familiarise yourself with the correct sequence and techniques for a range of different skills. Including both fundamental and more advanced paramedic procedures, it makes each procedure as easy to understand as possible with detailed step-by-step guidance and fullcolour illustrations. Not only does the book explore prehospital skills in detail, but it also provides the rationale and evidence behind them, so you can fully understand the underlying principles and feel more confident in your practice as a prehospital practitioner.
Paramedic Case Studies
35 Prehospital Emergencies Explored and Explained
By Richard Pilbery
A fun and informative approach to learning, this book brings together a range of case studies from within prehospital care covering various conditions and situations which you may face working in an ambulance setting. Paramedic Case Studies will guide you through a number of detailed and descriptive scenarios, putting you at the centre of the action, each accompanied by full-colour illustrations to help set the scene and aid your understanding. Readers are encouraged to think critically through 'what would you do next?' questions, highlighting appropriate actions for each situation and how to achieve the best outcomes for your patient. Originally published as monthly instalments in Standby CPD, each case study has been brought up to date with the latest guidance and research. It also features brand new content, not published anywhere else before.
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Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Paperback
246 X 189 mm
424 Pages
Rel Date: July 2023
9781801610346
AUD$: 99.99
CLASS PROFESSIONAL PUBLISHING
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Paperback
246 X 189 mm
364 Pages
Rel Date: February 2022
9781859599532
AUD$: 90.99
Mental Health Care in Paramedic Practice
By Ursula Rolfe, David Partlow
Mental health conditions are becoming more prevalent in today's society, and it has been estimated that 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health issue at some point in their lives. The increase in mental health complaints has also affected the volume of calls to 999 in which paramedics are regularly called to address patients' mental health concerns. The complexities and nuances within mental health means that many paramedics feel underprepared when managing patients who are experiencing mental distress. Mental Health Care in Paramedic Practice is the first guide written specifically for paramedics to support them in understanding a range of different mental health conditions which they may come across during their practice.
Palliative and End of Life Care for Paramedics 2/e
By Tania Blackmore
So much emphasis in paramedic practice is placed on saving lives, and so how can you provide the best care for patients who are approaching the end of theirs? Knowing when it is appropriate to transfer palliative and end of life patients to hospital can be challenging as there are often many complex factors at stake which can have an impact on both patients and their families. Digging deep into the ethical and clinical aspects of working with palliative patients as a paramedic, this book is the go-to resource to enable you to act within the patient's best interests and provide the most appropriate and effective care. Key features include: Twenty-four case studies covering a range of relevant topics to help apply principles to your own practice, Clinical information on symptom control and pain management, Written specifically for paramedics, by a range of specialist authors
Decision Making in Paramedic Practice 3/e
By Andy Collen
This updated and expanded third edition contains all the essential information to help you apply decision making to your clinical role as a healthcare professional. Chapters have been brought in line with the latest guidance and developments as the paramedic profession has evolved, emphasising the importance and complexities of critical thinking and decision making relevant to all practice settings. The new edition also includes aspects of professionalism, understanding why things go wrong, and clinical leadership, as well as an additional chapter on inclusive decision making. Key Features Include: A comprehensive overview of decision-making theory and how it applies to the paramedic role, Updated case studies chapter, Practice tips and checklists, Evidence-based and up to date with latest guidance, Ethical and professional considerations within paramedic practice
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Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Paperback
245 X 170 mm
224 Pages
Rel Date: July 2022
9781859599242
CLASS PROFESSIONAL PUBLISHING
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Paperback
244 X 170 mm
236 Pages
Rel Date: July 2022
9781801610155
AUD$: 82.99
CLASS PROFESSIONAL PUBLISHING
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Paperback
170 X 144 mm
247 Pages
B&W THROUGHOUT
Rel Date: September 2024
9781801610148
AUD$: 90.99
Primary Care for Paramedics
By Georgette Eaton, Joseph Francis
As the demand for primary healthcare in the UK increases, a growing number of paramedics are taking on roles within general practice. Written and edited by over 20 clinicians in the field of primary care, this is a core text exploring the scope of the paramedic role and its fundamentals within the world of primary care. This resource provides a clinical reference for paramedics already practising within this area, whilst also equipping prospective paramedics with the required theoretical underpinning and context necessary to build meaningful knowledge and understanding in this field. Alongside a comprehensive range of topics related to primary care, including assessment, diagnosis, investigations and management of a number of different presentations, it also covers aspects of consultation techniques, decision-making and professional issues.
Clinical ECGs in Paramedic Practice
By Charles L. Till
A concise and easy-to-use guide to ECG interpretation, this book takes the complex subject of cardiac electrophysiology and presents it in a clear, full-colour format designed specifically for paramedics and those working in the out of hospital environment. Presented as independently accessible sections, the reader is taken from the basics of cardiac anatomy, physiology and fundamental ECG principles, through to arrhythmia recognition and 12-lead ECG interpretation. The inclusion of information on clinical signs and symptoms, underlying causes and differentials, and management decisions for each presentation places the reader's ECG learning clearly in the context of their wider clinical knowledge and experience.
Human Factors in Paramedic Practice 2/e
By Gary Rutherford
"This book is too good for one profession. It needs to be read by those in all safety-critical industries." Martin Bromiley OBE FRCSEd (ad hom), Founder, Clinical Human Factors Group "I would highly recommend this book, not only to paramedics but also to their colleagues in healthcare. It has been written by a premier league team of human factors specialists and frontline experts who share their knowledge and experience of applying human factors science to paramedic practice." Rhona Flin, Professor of Industrial Psychology, Robert Gordon University, UK
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Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Paperback
246 X 189 mm
450 Pages
Rel Date: July 2023
9781801610322
AUD$: 102.00
CLASS PROFESSIONAL PUBLISHING
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297 X 210 mm
295 Pages Rel Date: February 2022
9781859598696
AUD$: 96.99
CLASS PROFESSIONAL PUBLISHING
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Paperback
246 X 171 mm
196 Pages
Rel Date: June 2022
9781801610124
AUD$: 82.99
Anatomy & Physiology
An introduction for nursing and healthcare
By Pamela Minett, Laura Ginesi
An accessible text which covers the essentials of anatomy and physiology required by a range of health professions. Anatomy & Physiology is the ideal introduction to the subject for student nurses, midwives, operating department practitioners, paramedics, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, trainee nursing associates, and other allied health professionals. Written in an engaging and accessible style, the book helps readers to: * learn the language of anatomy and physiology by explaining new terms clearly in the text and in a comprehensive glossary, * understand the key anatomical structures and physiological functions, * appreciate what happens during disease, with boxes throughout to highlight the clinical relevance, and more detailed explanations of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and cancer
Anatomy and Physiology in Healthcare
By Paul Marshall, Beverly Gallacher
All healthcare students have to study anatomy and physiology. They often find it a challenging subject and struggle to see how the subject will link to their professional practice. Anatomy and Physiology in Healthcare is a brand-new textbook focused on what healthcare students need to know about the biological principles which underpin the practice of healthcare. Uniquely, the book integrates clinical cases with the essential biological facts to provide all students with a thorough understanding of how anatomy and physiology can be applied in healthcare. By using clinical cases throughout, the book helps the reader grasp the practical relevance of anatomy and physiology to decisionmaking and care delivery.
Eureka: Physiology 2/e
By Jake Mann, David Marples
Eureka: Physiology 2/e provides everything a student needs to succeed in the subject, prepare for their clinical placements and pass their exams. The book starts with a First principles chapter which clearly explains key concepts and the mechanisms of physiology. The subsequent systems-based chapters, including neuromuscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, endocrine, and gastrointestinal systems, describe the physiological processes which underpin normal function. The book concludes with a final Applied physiology chapter showing how the body responds to stress, exercise, high altitude and massive blood loss. Key features: an engaging and authoritative stylewith everything you need in one place realistic clinical cases
LANTERN PUBLISHING LTD
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Paperback
265 X 200 mm
416 Pages
Rel Date: March 2021
9781908625731
AUD$: 69.99
SCION PUBLISHING LTD
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Paperback
268 X 208 mm
528 Pages
Rel Date: August 2017
9781904842958
AUD$: 88.99
SCION PUBLISHING LTD
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Paperback
244 X 172 mm
312 Pages
Rel Date: January 2023
9781914961151
AUD$: 73.99
Communication Skills in Nursing, Health and Social Care 5/e
By Bernard Moss
Our ability to communicate is a key part of everyday life and is an essential skill, particularly when communicating with vulnerable people in a health and social care setting. Presented in a unique and easy-to-use dictionary format, this practical guide will help students and practitioners understand and apply the principles of effective communication.
From the 'how to' practicalities through to challenges and honing existing skills, this book will ensure they have the confidence and knowledge to communicate skilfully and successfully in many different contexts and settings.
The new edition features: * New chapter entries covering empathy, documentation and simulation, * Group exercises added in each chapter, * New information on National Accessible Information, * Standards on learning difficulties, * Essential reading for anyone working in the helping professions for whom good communication skills are an essential part of their role.
SAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD
Disc: TEXT
242 X 170 mm
Release Date: July 2020
9781526490148
312 pages
93.99
Communication Skills For Nursing and Healthcare Students
By Kay Norman
Communication Skills is an accessible textbook for nursing and healthcare students seeking to understand the concept of communication and to develop their communication skills.
Through clear explanations, case studies and activities, the book will help you to understand the principles of communication and develop your own skills for your healthcare practice.
You will learn:
Why communication is fundamental to nursing and health care, How to communicate in assessing, planning, providing and managing care, How to communicate in promoting health and in therapeutic interventions, How to communicate in difficult situations, How to communicate with a diverse range of people, How communication is used to improve patient safety.
This book will help you to demonstrate your communication skills and develop your proficiency in nursing and health care.
LANTERN PUBLISHING LTD
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL
244 X 172 mm
184 pages
Release Date: October 2019 Paperback
9781908625779
AUD$: 40.99
Prehospital Research Methods and Practice
By Aloysius Niroshan Siriwardena, Gregory Adam Whitley
Bringing together a team of leading international experts in the field of research, this book provides an up-to-date and accessible overview of applied research methods in the prehospital environment. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in undertaking research within the prehospital or emergency care setting, including undergraduate and postgraduate students in paramedic science.
CLASS PROFESSIONAL PUBLISHING
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL
245 X 171 mm
241 pages
Release Date: July 2022 Paperback
9781859599808
By David F. Marks
Provides students with the tools they need to evaluate and critically appraise theory and research before it can be applied practically. Using the most up-to-date research available, the sixth edition places an emphasis on the real-world application of health psychology, demonstrating how theory learnt in the classroom influences public policy.
SAGE PUBLICATIONS
Disc: TEXT
265 X 195 mm
82.99
Research and Evidence-Based Practice For Nursing, Health and Social Care Students
By Vanessa Heaslip, Bruce Lindsay
Research and Evidence-Based Practice is an accessible textbook for nursing, health and social care students seeking to understand what research is and how it can provide evidence for practice. The book will help you to understand the principles of research and develop your own evidence-based practice.
LANTERN PUBLISHING LTD
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Paperback
244 X 172 mm
178 pages
Release Date: January 2019 NOT ILLUSTRATED
9781908625595 AUD$: 42.99
704 pages
Release Date: February 2021 Paperback 9781529723076
128.00
Understanding Nursing and Healthcare Research
By Patricia Cronin, Michael Coughlan
This book focuses on enabling students to understand what research is, why it is relevant in healthcare and how it should be applied in practice. It takes the reader step by step through the research process, from choosing research questions through searching the literature and presenting the final piece of work.
SAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD
Disc: TEXT
242 X 170 mm
224 pages
Release Date: March 2015 Paperback
9781446241011 AUD$: 90.99
By Steve Poulton
These pocket-sized, easy-to -read reference cards will enable you to feel more confident in your recognition and interpretation of the common 12-lead ECG rhythms frequently seen in the prehospital setting, along with their associated signs and symptoms.
CLASS PROFESSIONAL PUBLISHING
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Cards
149 X 105 mm
21 pages
Release Date: May 2024 B&W THROUGHOUT
9781801610698 AUD$: 50.99
Study Skills For Nursing, Health and Social Care
By Lisa Farach
The newest edition to BarCharts' line of medical guides is an essential companion for anyone studying EKGs/ECGs or working in the medical field. This guide features an introduction to EKGs and how they work and also includes detailed sections covering the main types of arrhythmias and heart blocks.
BARCHARTS PUBLISHING
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL
279 X 4 mm
By Marjorie Ghisoni, Peggy Murphy
Study Skills is an accessible textbook for nursing, health and social care students seeking to improve their study skills, develop their resilience, enhance their employability and cultivate a love of lifelong learning.
LANTERN PUBLISHING LTD
Disc: TEXT Paperback
244 X 172 mm
226 pages
Release Date: February 2020 NOT ILLUSTRATED 9781908625656 AUD$: 35.99
6 pages
Release Date: August 2012 CHART
9781423218623
AUD$: 19.99
Paramedic Placements
A Pocket Guide for Nursing and Health Care
By Karan Botsford
Paramedic placements can be daunting - you'll be working in a range of settings and supporting individuals with a variety of conditions. There are new colleagues to work with, and newly learned theory to put into practice.
LANTERN PUBLISHING LTD
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL
148 X 105 mm
104 pages
Release Date: May 2024 Spiral bound 9781914962165 AUD$: 23.99
STUDENT
Anatomy - Reference Guide
By Vincent Perez
Complete labelled illustrations of over 1,400 anatomical identifications. Loaded with beautifully illustrated diagrams clearly and concisely labelled for easy identification. Illustrations by award-winning medical illustrator Vincent Perez.
BARCHARTS PUBLISHING
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL CHART
279 X 216 mm
6 Pages
Rel Date: August 2014
9781423222781
AUD$: 19.99
Anatomy 2 - Reference Guide
By Vincent Perez
Loaded with beautifully illustrated diagrams clearly and concisely labelled for easy identification. Illustrations by award-winning medical illustrator Vincent Perez.
BARCHARTS PUBLISHING
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL CHART
279 X 216 mm
6 Pages
Rel Date: December 2004
9781572228566
AUD$: 19.99
Physiology
By W Randy Brooks
Functions and processes of the body and its anatomical parts. This 6page laminated guide includes functions and processes of the body and its anatomical parts. It includes information on: physiology of vision, hearing & equilibrium, endocrine systems, immune system and much more.
BARCHARTS PUBLISHING
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONA CHART
279 X 216 mm
6 Pages
Rel Date: November 2003
9781572227910
AUD$: 19.99
Urgent and Emergency Care of the Older Person
A Guide for Paramedics and Community Clinicians
By Carol Robertson, Duncan Robertson
Older adults increasingly represent a significant portion of urgent, emergency, and ambulance service calls, making it more important than ever to foster a deeper understanding of older patients' needs. Urgent and Emergency Care of the Older Person addresses the critical gap in prehospital education concerning the care of older patients.
CLASS PROFESSIONAL PUBLISHING
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL
248 X 171 mm
206 pages
Release Date: April 2025 Paperback
9781859599860
AUD$: 92.99
The Wellbeing and Resilience Workbook for Ambulance Clinicians
First Responder Care Essentials 2/e
By Laura Simmons, Blaire Morgan
This interactive workbook has been tailored to provide ambulance professionals and those working within highpressure emergency environments with an opportunity for selfreflection through activities which aim to promote their wellbeing and develop their resilience.
CLASS PROFESSIONAL PUBLISHING
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL
246 X 189 mm
160 pages
Release Date: March 2025 Paperback
63.99
By Richard Pilbery, Kris Lethbridge
The second edition of First Responder Care Essentials brings together everything you’ll need to know for your role as a Community First Responder. Taking you step-by-step through the essential skills needed for patient care, it is the ideal companion whether you’re working towards a Level 3 First Responder Qualification or already qualified.
CLASS PROFESSIONAL PUBLISHING
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Paperback
248 X 188 mm
352 pages
Release Date: March 2025 B&W THROUGHOUT
91.99
Sirens and Stories
An Anthology of the Paramedic Profession
Real-Life Tales from the Frontline of the Ambulance Service
By Various
This stunningly well-written collection of short stories and poetry from across the UK gives an insight into the broad and complex role of the paramedic: from the pop of the sternum as chest compressions are started on someone who is dying, through to supporting the delivery of a baby into the world.
CLASS PROFESSIONAL PUBLISHING
Disc: ACAD & PROFESSIONAL Paperback
Release Date: January 2025
146 pages
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43.99
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