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Student paramedic perceptions of a non-ambulance practice learning experience

Credland, Nicola; Rodgers, Antony; Hurwood, Matthew; McKenzie, John

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Antony Rodgers

Matthew Hurwood

John McKenzie



Abstract

Background: The role of the paramedic has changed significantly over the last 10 years. In order for paramedic students to gain the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively manage the increasing complexity of patient presentations a wide range of placement opportunities are required to support learning. Objective: To explore first year student paramedic experiences of non-ambulance placements. Design: A qualitative study. Methods: Semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis was used to explore first year student paramedic's experiences of non-ambulance placements. The study took place in one higher education institution in England, UK. Results: Thirty-three first year BSc (hons) Paramedic Science students agreed to be interviewed. All the students had undertaken at least one non-ambulance placement within a hospital setting. Four key themes that emerged from the transcripts, Expectations, The Patient Journey, Communication and Mentorship. Conclusion: In order to prepare students for the future, to deliver quality care and to improve patient outcomes a variety of educational opportunities is crucial. There remains work to be done supporting clinical mentors, tearing down barriers between professional groups and exploring our similarities and strengths.

Citation

Credland, N., Rodgers, A., Hurwood, M., & McKenzie, J. (2020). Student paramedic perceptions of a non-ambulance practice learning experience. Nurse education today, 88, Article 104374. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nedt.2020.104374

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Feb 15, 2020
Online Publication Date Feb 19, 2020
Publication Date 2020-05
Deposit Date May 6, 2020
Publicly Available Date Mar 29, 2024
Journal Nurse Education Today
Print ISSN 0260-6917
Electronic ISSN 1532-2793
Publisher Elsevier
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 88
Article Number 104374
DOI https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nedt.2020.104374
Public URL https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/3503669
Publisher URL https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0260691719311773?via%3Dihub

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