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Scope of practice: considering how the role of the paramedic continues to change
Abstract
The role of the paramedic is one which is continually evolving to meet the challenges faced in health care delivery.
The role of the paramedic and paramedic practice continues and will continue to progress. Challenges in the delivery of health care have prompted governments and the profession to give serious consideration to expanding the role that the paramedic plays in healthcare systems. However, the advanced role and the developing scope of practice, safety and efficacy are currently poorly understood. Further research is needed in order to fully appreciate how the scope of practice as well as expanding the paramedic's role impacts on patients, communities, the profession and health and care systems (Bigham et al, 2013).
The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is a regulatory body set up with the key aim of protecting the public. In order for them to do this they maintain a register of health and care professionals who are able to demonstrate that they have met the HCPC standards for training, professional skills, behaviour and health.
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