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Podcast: Pre-Hospital Care Podcast
Episode: Pre-hospital Care in Care Homes with Lance A. Slatton
Description: In this conversation, we will examine the important and
often overlooked aspect of paramedicine—caring for elderly patients in care homes. As the population ages, more and more paramedics are being called to care homes to respond to complex medical emergencies involving frail, elderly
patients. These scenarios present unique clinical, ethical, and logistical challenges that demand specialised skills and approaches. In this episode, we'll be talking to Lance A. Slatton about the specific issues paramedics face in care homes, including effective communication with care staff, managing chronic conditions, and the ethical complexities surrounding end-of-life care. We'll also explore best pr...