The purpose of a scoping review is to consider as comprehensive a range of data as possible, with less emphasis on quality. This allows research areas requiring further study to be identified and...
This literature review aims to critically analyse contemporary research that explores the psychological impact of real-life TAs on paramedics within the prehospital environment to answer the question:...
Although clinical practice and patient communication are key elements of the paramedic role, being an ‘ambulance driver’ is also integral. Often, the public misconception is that members of the...
Working in this role has allowed me to develop my communication skills considerably and I cannot understate my gratitude to PTS for that opportunity. While working in various roles, I have seen both...
The College of Paramedics (2024) recently released the updated version of its paramedic curriculum, which adheres to several crucial documents that ensure the highest quality of paramedic education in...
A new emergency care support worker (ECSW) pilot programme has been launched within my area. Having joined this scheme, I am employed part-time as an ECSW while also a student. I understand from...
Alice Cochrane shares the challenges of squeezing in time to complete her NQP portfolio
Terms such as ‘neurodiverse’ and ‘neurodivergent’ emerged in the 1990s, coined by Judy Singer, an autistic sociologist, who was seeking an alternative to deficit-based language such as ‘disorder’....
The SAPB, pioneered by Blanco et al in 2013 for postoperative chest pain following breast surgery and thoracostomy, has demonstrated its potential as a valuable clinical tool. Their initial study...
Heat-related illnesses have been documented and treated since written historical records began. Various synonyms have been used through the ages, including sunstroke, siriasis, thermic fever, ardent...
Over the last few years, I have been on some fascinating placements. From the ambulance service, various locations in my local hospital, secure units and, most recently, primary care. At each...
In December, I undertook my Certificate in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving (CERAD) Level 3, which was very content heavy and intense, lasting for 4 weeks, with a short interlude for Christmas and...