Physician Associate Placements

A pocket guide

AvKate Straughton,Jeannie Watkins

Häftad, Engelska, 2022

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Beskrivning

Physician Associate placements can be daunting – you’ll be working in a range of settings and supporting patients with a variety of conditions. There are new colleagues to work with, and newly learned theories to put into practice. This pocket guide is designed to make your placements much more enjoyable and less stressful.From ABCDE assessment to professionalism, it’s full of practical detail, hints and tips.Written by two highly experienced Physician Associate educators with key input from students – this guidance is really produced with you in mind.Pocket-sized format – carry it with you at all times.Space to make your own notes – be it new terminology, your learning objectives, or just the names of your new colleagues!Be proactive and make the most of your placements by having this book to hand from the start.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2022-01-14
Mått:105 x 148 x 7 mm
Vikt:96 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Lantern Publishing
Antal sidor:86
Förlag:Lantern Publishing Ltd
ISBN:9781908625984

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Preface; Acknowledgements; Abbreviations; IntroductionGetting there1. Preparing for placement2. Research your placement3. Attendance, hours and absence on placement4. Objectives5. Pre-reading and practical preparation6. Pre-placement modules (organisation-specific)7. Finances8. Travel9. Accommodation10. Equipment11. Clothing12. Placement schedule13. Placement peers14. Placement contacts15. Making contact16. Smart cards / IT access17. Professionalism17.1 Being professional on placements – practical steps18. Knowing the limitations of your role18.1 Medications prescription, supply and administration19. Behaviour outside of university20. Consent - things to remember21. How does confidentiality apply to my placements?22. Guidance on using social media23. Patient-centred careSettling there24. First day – what to expect25. Supervision26. Timetable27. Introduction to the team28. Communication and examination28.1 Communication with patients28.2 Communication with other healthcare professionals28.3 Examination of patientsBeing there29. PA student role on the team30. Making the most of opportunities31. Making your own opportunities32. Placement-based assessments33. What to do if things go wrong34. Regular meetings with supervisor / team35. Self-careMoving on36. Reflection on learning37. Preparation for the next placement38. Keeping a record39. Placement feedbackResources40. Structure for medical clerking / history taking / documentation41. Presenting a patient42. Common examinations, tests, investigations, and scoring / risk assessment tools, by system43. Arterial blood gas interpretation44. Anaphylaxis guidelines45. ABCDE approach to the deteriorating patient46. Apps for quick reference47. References