Scope Of Practice

Question 1

Define the term primacy of care

Answer 1

Most clinically trained on scene takes responsibility of PTs care.

Question 2

Describe the main summary points of the role of primacy of care. 2

Answer 2

1. Handover PT to most senior clinician on scene.
2. 1st qualified person on scene will start treatment and see it through, advise and direct until PT is handed over to doctor, nurse etc

Question 3

State the clinical accountability of the EAC member. 10

Answer 3

1. Work within LAS trust policies.
2. Act in best interests of PT.
3. Recognise and work within limits of professional competence in safe and skilled manner.
4. Handover management of PT to most senior clinician.
5. Obtain informed consent when appropriate except in emergency.
6. Keep clear, up to date PT records including clinics findings, decisions made, and treatment.
7. Observe principles of integrity, honesty, PT confidentiality.
8. Don’t partake in any unethical act.
9. Limit work or stop practising if performance or judgement is affected by health.
10. Don’t undermine public confidence in service.

Question 4

State the LAS policies on duties to patients. 3

Answer 4

1. Preserve life & alleviate suffering.
2. Care for PTs as individuals, with courtesy, respect and dignity.
3. Avoid actions that are detrimental to the interests of PT or to those involved in PTs care.