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"""Grow the good, break the bad and undo the ugly in your own paramedic practice."" Are you still the paramedic that you hoped to be on your first day in an ambulance? Do you find yourself questioning any action or inaction at the end of some shifts? Would your patient care be good enough for your own family in their time of need? In the current climate of increasing prehospital demand, it is more important than ever for paramedics to demonstrate optimum skill, safety and professionalism. With growing call volume, public scrutiny, legal liability and employer expectation often creating a sense of overwhelm, the ability to maintain these standards can begin to suffer. Find out how to evaluate your everyday practice using a simple, pain scale type approach. Remain at the top of your game, no matter where you're at in your career. Using a friendly, conversational and inclusive format, The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic is an easy to follow book. Designed to be picked up, put down and picked back up again whenever and wherever, no matter how time poor you may be. - Ignite your spark, rekindle your passion or maintain existing pride in paramedicine - Sharpen your professional approach to patient care, safety & public perception - Avoid unwanted incidents, disciplinary issues & confusion in this stressful role - Enhance your reputation, mutual respect and enjoyment of prehospital care Written by a paramedic, specifically for paramedics and EMTs at every level. A relatable, scenario-based guide to growing the good, breaking the bad and undoing the ugly in all of us."

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What a fabulous book! Honest, insightful and invaluable to all in this profession. I will be strongly recommending this great book to my students and the wider paramedic community. Really well done! Lisa Holmes, Lecturer in Paramedicine, Edith Cowan University What a thought-provoking book. I recognised a lot of the situations from my own experiences. This book has re-motivated me to strive for the best patient-centred care, and I have recently had more courage to challenge others' behaviour that prevents this. Holly, Paramedic I'm a relatively new ambulance officer and absolutely related to all of the scenarios as they were immersive and captivating. This book felt inclusive, removing gender and age etc, allowing me to place myself into each situation described, giving cause to reflect upon my own practice. It feels like a friendly companion to read and, every time I pick it up, I feel a desire to become the best paramedic I can be. Jenn, Ambulance Officer This was a thoroughly enjoyable book that reminded me of myself at many stages throughout my career. It brought to mind that despite my best intentions to uphold a standard, there have been times where the bad the ugly have crept in. I am grateful to have been reminded of it. It would be a good book for junior paramedics to read as they reach the senior stage of their training, and then again every few years or so throughout their careers. I have been in this line of work for nearly thirty years and it brought a lot to mind for me to think about. Trevor, Station Manager The we tone of The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic allows the reader to feel like we're all in this together and working towards the same goal. Throughout reading, I could think of at least a dozen people I'd love to give the book to, myself included. This will be such a great resource for students and preceptors, really useful. Anna, Paramedic Preceptor This book has really made me reflect on my own practice, as well as that of others. It certainly has me thinking about the type of paramedic I want to be, and seen to be by my colleagues and the general public. The use of storytelling and the way in which the book has been set up is fantastic, making it easy to read. You never know, it may promote a change in some paramedic related bad and ugly behaviours, which is really positive. Jo, Paramedic

"What a fabulous book! Honest, insightful and invaluable to all in this profession. I will be strongly recommending this great book to my students and the wider paramedic community. Really well done! Lisa Holmes, Lecturer in Paramedicine, Edith Cowan University As a former paramedic (and one who misses the job everyday) I can attest to the brilliance stapled to the pages of this book! The prose within this book has a conversational tone to it that makes you feel as though you're sitting in the front of the rig, having one of those meaningful conversations with your most trusted partner. The fact that Tammie can articulate this way is a true testament to her brilliance and understanding of the profession. Matthew Heneghan, Author of ""A Medic's Mind"" What a thought-provoking book. I recognised a lot of the situations from my own experiences. This book has re-motivated me to strive for the best patient-centred care, and I have recently had more courage to challenge others' behaviour that prevents this. Holly, Paramedic I'm a relatively new ambulance officer and absolutely related to all of the scenarios as they were immersive and captivating. This book felt inclusive, removing gender and age etc, allowing me to place myself into each situation described, giving cause to reflect upon my own practice. It feels like a friendly companion to read and, every time I pick it up, I feel a desire to become the best paramedic I can be. Jenn, Ambulance Officer This was a thoroughly enjoyable book that reminded me of myself at many stages throughout my career. It brought to mind that despite my best intentions to uphold a standard, there have been times where the bad the ugly have crept in. I am grateful to have been reminded of it. It would be a good book for junior paramedics to read as they reach the senior stage of their training, and then again every few years or so throughout their careers. I have been in this line of work for nearly thirty years and it brought a lot to mind for me to think about. Trevor, Station Manager The ""we"" tone of The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic allows the reader to feel like we're all in this together and working towards the same goal. Throughout reading, I could think of at least a dozen people I'd love to give the book to, myself included. This will be such a great resource for students and preceptors, really useful. Anna, Paramedic Preceptor This book has really made me reflect on my own practice, as well as that of others. It certainly has me thinking about the type of paramedic I want to be, and seen to be by my colleagues and the general public. The use of storytelling and the way in which the book has been set up is fantastic, making it easy to read. You never know, it may promote a change in some paramedic related bad and ugly behaviours, which is really positive. Jo, Paramedic"

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As a current, practising paramedic in Australia, Tammie Bullard is passionate about prehospital care. With a background in metropolitan and country ambulance, academic study, clinical training, precepting and lecturing, she aims to put it to good use. Through the shared experiences of countless students, colleagues and mentors, her first book is designed to encourage effortless and ongoing self-reflection in every paramedic who strives to excel in their rewarding choice of career.

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