Blaber's Foundations for Paramedic Practice : A Theoretical Perspective - Amanda Blaber

Blaber's Foundations for Paramedic Practice

A Theoretical Perspective

By: Amanda Blaber

Paperback | 10 January 2025 | Edition Number 4

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Blaber’s Foundations for Paramedic Practice, 4th Edition is an essential resource for students undertaking their journey into paramedic science.” 
Sarah Lewis-Tulett RN, RM, PGCert, MSc, SFHEA. 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. She is an Honorary Fellow of the College of Paramedics and Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

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