Publisher's Synopsis
Emergency and Trauma Care for Nurses and Paramedics 2e, edited by Kate Curtis and Clair Ramsden, introduces the student to emergency nursing and paramedicine, the principles of patient care, as well providing a thorough knowledge-base for practicing emergency and trauma care and patient presentations.
Emergency and Trauma Care for Nurses and Paramedics 2e provides fully revised, in-depth contributions from practitioners based within specialist paramedic, emergency nursing and emergency medical and surgical professions. The new edition is an up-to-date resource for the student reflecting current pre-hospital and emergency department practice as well as considering the requirements of each specialist role. Important topics such as interdisciplinary practice, evidence-based decision making, continuity of care and key federal and government initiatives are included and each chapter includes a new section on emerging trends and evidence as well as critical thinking questions.
- A cultural safety approach is included throughout - addressing cultural diversity, beliefs and values and focusing on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and Mãori health
- Essentials outline the main points addressed in each chapter
- Practice tips throughout assist with communication skills, procedures and assessment
- Case studies are supported by questions and answers to encourage active learning
- New online resources available on Evolve, including over 30 new case studies with paramedic-specific questions.
- Highlighted skills - cross references to the Clinical Skills chapter throughout text
- Over 30 new case studies
- Patient journey from pre-hospital and emergency-specific case studies
- Critical thinking questions at the end of chapters
- Chapter 35 Obstetric emergencies now includes 'Supporting a normal birth'.
