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Associate Dean, University of Brighton, UK    “The fourth edition of Blaber’s Foundations for Paramedic Practice has been constructed by an incredible wealth of knowledgeable healthcare practitioners, who have captured the true essence for being an operation paramedic on today’s front-line service.”  Jason Sadler, Swansea University, Senior Lecturer, Year One Lead, UK  This bestselling undergraduate level book is an ideal resource for student paramedics looking for an excellent introduction to the main theoretical subjects studied in paramedic courses, and links practice issues to the all-important theory base.  The chapters bring to life a wide variety of academic subjects, making complex subjects easily readable and encourage reflection on how theory fits with practice. This fourth edition ties into the 2023 NHS Workforce Plan and has been thoroughly revised throughout to include new chapters on Frailty in the Pre-Hospital Environment, Remote Decision Making, Telehealth and Virtual Digital Health and Practice-Based Learning.   This new edition also covers:    Ethics and law for the paramedic  Reflective practice and interpersonal communication  Using clinical audit to improve patient care, research and evidence-based practice  Mental health: children, young people and adults  Psycho-social aspects of healthcare and illness  Care of vulnerable adults, including people living with dementia  Caring for patients at the end of their lives  Safeguarding children and adults  Managing change, decision-making and leadership theory  Continuing professional development: pre- and post-registration    Written by a team of experienced paramedics, specialist health care professionals and doctors from across the UK, the book includes numerous links to practice, a wide selection of case studies and examples which encourage you to ‘stop and think’ and reflect upon your practice and life experience.   Blaber’s Foundations for Paramedic Practice: A Theoretical Perspective, Fourth Edition is a core text for student paramedics and a valuable resource for students of all allied health professions.   Amanda Blaber has many years of experience in several higher education institutions, lecturing nurses and paramedics in healthcare subjects, on both undergraduate and postgraduate courses. 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