Paramedic Practitioner Models

Question 1

Advantages of paramedic practitioner models

Answer 1

holistic care model
support for GPs
increased services to community
approachable  
cost reduction
lessening of strain on health care system 
improved healthcare

Question 2

Disadvantages o paramedic practitioner models

Answer 2

geography 
resourcing impacts
lack of clarity regarding proposed governance
issues of accountability
funding issues 
key performance indicator maintenance
recruitment to rural areas
ongoing education and support issues 
certification issues
threats to GPs and other community health workers