Pilbery, Richard
Ambulance Care Essentials
- ISBN 13:
- 9781859598528
- author:
- Pilbery, Richard
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Class Professional Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 480
- Dimensions:
- 24.6 x 18.9 x 2.2 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- Science, Medical, Allied Health,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Ambulance Care Essentials is a comprehensive guide to the skills and knowledge required to work as a support worker or similar within the ambulance service. The book covers fundamental elements of the role, including theoretical aspects of communication, legal and ethical issues, and safeguarding, as well as practical areas such as manual handling, medical emergencies, and clinical skills. It includes in-depth chapters on patient assessment, covering different patient populations across the lifecourse, and features clearly illustrated instructions for a range of practical skills and procedures. The book is evidence-based and up-to-date with the latest guidance, policy, and research, making it an essential resource for those preparing for a role within the ambulance service or looking to improve their skills as a support worker. This second edition has been updated to reflect the latest national guidance, and is suitable for a Level 3 diploma course or similar that qualifies you to work as a support worker.