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Dr Rolfe and David Partlow’s Mental Health Care in Paramedic Practice takes the reader on a journey through regulatory and support systems relevant to prehospital emergency mental health care. The lived experiences of the authors and contributors ensure that factors important to paramedics are addressed. This is an important read for Emergency Medical Service employees wanting to build their knowledge and confidence.
Sasha Johnston, Academic Support Lead, Research Paramedic and DPhil candidate
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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- About the Authors
- Preface
- Introduction
- Ursula Rolfe and David Partlow
- Part 1 Mental Health in the Context of Paramedic Practice
- 1. Interprofessional Considerations
- David Partlow
- 2. Decision Making
- David Partlow
- Case Study: Justin Honey-Jones
- Part 2 Management of Mental Health Conditions
- 3. Depression
- Ursula Rolfe
- Case Study: Tom Mallinson
- 4. Postpartum Depression
- Aimee Yarrington and Ursula Rolfe
- Case Study: Aimee Yarrington
- 5. Anxiety Disorders
- Ursula Rolfe
- Case Study: Andrew Hichisson
- 6. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- Ursula Rolfe
- Case Study: Huw Corness
- 7. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Ursula Rolfe
- Case Study: Jo Mildenhall
- 8. Psychosis and Schizophrenia
- Ursula Rolfe
- Case Study: Sarah-Jane Niles
- 9. Bipolar Disorder
- Ursula Rolfe
- Case Study: Stephen Down
- 10. Self-Harm
- Ursula Rolfe
- Case Study: Melinda (Dolly) McPherson
- 11. Delirium and Dementia
- Carol Robertson
- 12. Acute Behavioural Disturbance
- David Partlow
- Case Study: Melinda (Dolly) McPherson
- Part 3 Special Considerations
- 13. Older People
- Carol Robertson
- 14. Children and Young People
- Will Murcott
- Case Study: James Field
- 15. Drugs and Alcohol and the Impact on Mental Health Response
- David Partlow
- Conclusion
- Index
ENDORSEMENTS
This book gives the reader, the paramedic, so much more to think about in terms of additional care and support for the patient rather than the traditional management approach. It promotes a holistic approach to this patient group and will be a welcome addition to any paramedic’s library.
Liz Harris – Head of Professional Standards, College of Paramedics
Mental Health Care in Paramedic Practice is a well-written text authored by experts in the field that covers a range of mental health presentations. It is well structured, easy-to-read and utilises case studies to bring the theory into practice. A must read for novice and experienced practitioners.
Professor Tony Walker ASM, Chief Executive Officer, Ambulance Victoria; Adjunct Professor, Department of Paramedicine, Monash University
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Antony Rodgers, Hull University –
This is a really concise and useful book. It is well written and well structured, and it addresses the real issues and potential problems affecting prehospital and paramedic assessment of mental health patients. It is a book which i will be adding to the programme reading list and strongly recommending students to purchase.
Stuart Smith, Edge Hill University –
An excellent book which focuses on the challenges being faced by Paramedics when dealing with Mental Health Patients. The number of patients who present with a Mental Health crisis is increasing and it is important that Paramedics have the understanding and underpinning knowledge to allow them to deal with such patients effectively and safely. This book is easy to read and is very much in a user friendly format.