Thursday 21 January 2016

The new breed of paramedics charged with keeping people out of hospital

The new breed of paramedics charged with keeping people out of hospital As a community paramedic practitioner in Kent, Steve Hulks’ job is about advising, reassuring – and easing pressure on A&E

“You do get a rush of adrenaline,” says Steve Hulks as he activates the blue lights and siren and speeds to the first 999 call of his shift – an elderly man has fallen in his bedroom and is unable to get back on to his feet.

“But you have to be careful that the rush doesn’t distract you. You need to drive safely and think of what you need to do when you get there – how to get in, where the key may be hidden, what you may need, what may have happened to the patient. You have to stay calm.”

It’s often as much about mental health as physical health. We try to provide more of a holistic service Continue reading... The Guardian

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