Key features include:

Clearly illustrated, step-by-step instructions for range of essential clinical skills and procedures including how to handle different types of trauma and cardiac arrest

Detailed anatomical diagrams to provide the reader with the necessary context to carry out the practical elements of their job

Evidence-based throughout and up-to-date with the latest guidance, policy and research

Specific chapters on each area of patient assessment and specific patient populations and how to manage these effectively

Chapters relevant to associate practitioner level including drug administration, mental health and end of life care as well as an in-depth chapter on assisting the paramedic.

In line with the National Education Network for Ambulance Services standards

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.

Key features include: