Paramedic Mental Health Care in Practice

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Paramedic Mental Health Care in Practice

• Mental health conditions are becoming more prevalent in today’s society and it has been estimated that 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health issue at some point in their lives.
• The increase in mental health complaints has also affected the volume of calls to 999 in which paramedics are regularly called to address patients’ mental health concerns.
• The complexities and nuances within mental health means that many paramedics feel underprepared when managing patients who are experiencing mental distress.
• Mental Health Care in Paramedic Practice is the first guide written specifically for paramedics to support them in understanding a range of different mental health conditions which they may come across during their practice.
• Not only does the book provide key information on recognising and managing a range of conditions, but it also includes case studies written by paramedics with first-hand experience of managing mental health calls.
• It also includes a section on legislative changes and policy descriptions as well as interprofessional working.
• This book is essential for anyone wanting to better understand how to care for patients with mental health concerns within the prehospital setting, including both experienced and aspiring paramedics.