Week 2: What is a Paramedic Flashcards
1
Q
Define Paramedic
A
A paramedic works autonomously as a generalist clinician across a range of healthcare settings, usually in emergency, primary, or urgent care. They may also specialise in clinical practice, education, leadership or research
2
Q
How do the HCPC protect the public by regulating health and care professional?
A
- set standards for professionals education, training and practice
- approving programmes which professionals must complete to register
- keeping a register of professionals who meet the standards
- taking action if professionals on the register do not meet these standards
3
Q
What do the college of paramedics aim to do?
A
- promote excellence in paramedic practice
- grow an engaged membership
support paramedic health and wellbeing/strengthen the organisation
4
Q
What is the JRCALC?
A
the Joint Royal Colleges Ambulance Liaison Committee
5
Q
What is the purpose of JRCALC?
A
To provide expert clinical advice to UK ambulance services
6
Q
How has the training for paramedic practice changed over time?
A
Was previously a 10-12 week training, now requires a degree
