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
Designated chapters on the role of the paramedic in palliative
care, palliative care emergencies and personal resilience
Full-colour diagrams throughout. Since the onset of the COVID-19
pandemic, we are all more aware of the importance of
patient-centred palliative care; this book is full of tips and
techniques to help you feel more confident in ensuring patients not
only die 'well' but also live with dignity and comfort.
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