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Help Guides: |
Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals by  |
joy.oehlers@hawaii.edu |
Types of sources: Blogs, news, leisure, peer-reviewed research, etc.
Each group leader: Make a copy of this Evidence or No Evidence worksheet to take notes during your group discussion.
After 5 mins, each group will return to the main Zoom room to share their notes.
Here are your assigned sources to evaluate for scientific/medical evidence:
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To find videos, use Films on Demand:  |
EMT, Emergency Medical Technician Crash Course by 
National Registry Paramedic Examination Strategies, Practice and Review by 
Paramedic Survival Guide by 
Paramedics: from Street to Emergency Department Case Book by The book starts with a description of the patient history and examination, then challenges you to spot important signs, determine a likely diagnosis and make important management decisions. This technique helps to cement prior knowledge and teach both scientific and practical knowledge, both vital for today's paramedic. By looking at the journey of the patient and paramedic, the authors provide a more complete understanding of the care pathway, helping you to be aware of signs of severe illness and develop safe practice. In addition, the book: Encourages you to develop knowledge of pathophysiology, pharmacology and out of hospital emergency treatment plans to point of handover at definitive care. Contains practical cases, checklists, clinical tools, key information boxes and clear answers to clinical questions
Assessment Skills for Paramedics by This book is the ideal resource for paramedics and student paramedics looking for a quick reference guide to help develop their assessment skills. This handy pocket-sized book can be used by students for exam revision, or by paramedics en-route to a call, to revisit key points and further refine their skills. Divided into body systems, the book takes the reader through the considerations and actions required for each type of emergency presentation. The book also: Takes a systematic format of assessment that mirrors current UK and International practice. Assists student paramedics in identifying 'time critical' problems and appropriate 'possible actions to be taken' Includes specific chapters in the specialist fields of paediatric assessment and neonatal assessment and care. Considers the social, ethical, and legal factors that might impact care. Uses mnemonics, cases, diagrams, and photographs to demonstrate and reinforce key points
Emergency Care by 
