The Paramedic Revision Guide

THE PARAMEDIC REVISION GUIDE The Paramedic Revision Guide delivers a one-stop reference for paramedic students, paramedicine educators, and practicing paramedics. Designed to take the mystery out of paramedic education, the book provides a solid foundation of understanding in crucial areas of paramedic science and practice, including practical skills, research, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, and medical emergencies. This guide furthers readers' understanding and practice of emergency care, and includes: A thorough introduction to paramedic anatomy and physiology, including anatomical and medical terms, cellular biology, and pediatrics An exploration of practical skills for paramedics, including scene survey, airway practices, basic life support and defibrillation, burns, and head injuries Practical discussions of medical emergencies, research and evidence-based practice, and the ethical and legal considerations for paramedics An analysis of pre-hospital trauma treatment, including the physics and physiology of trauma The Paramedic Revision Guide earns a place on the shelves of all paramedic students and educators who need a comprehensive handbook full of succinct and easily digestible information, ideal for exam preparation and quick reference.

Preface xii Chapter 1 Paramedic anatomy and physiology - 1 1 Chapter 2 Practical skills for paramedics - 1 61 Chapter 3 Pharmacology - 1 107 Chapter 4 Medical emergencies - 1 111 Chapter 5 Research and evidence-based practice - 1 120 Chapter 6 Ethical and legal considerations for paramedics 128 Chapter 7 Paramedic anatomy and physiology - 2 134 Chapter 8 Practical skills for paramedics - 2 156 Chapter 9 Pharmacology - 2 184 Chapter 10 Medical emergencies - 2 194 Chapter 11 Research and evidence-based practice - 2 200 Chapter 12 Practical skills for paramedics - 3 205 Chapter 13 Pre-hospital trauma 235 Chapter 14 Pharmacology - 3 250 Chapter 15 Research and evidence-based practice - 3 254 Answers 259 Index 269