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Paramedic Books
The Royal Marsden Hospital Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures Sixth Edition (Royal Marsden Nhs Trust)The Royal Marsden Hospital Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures Sixth Edition (Royal Marsden Nhs Trust) by Lisa Dougherty
Buy used from: £19.99
This is a great book, which whilst marketed at nurses, is invaluable to understand patients needs and also the continuation of care.
Emergency Care: A Textbook for ParamedicsEmergency Care: A Textbook for Paramedics by Ian Greaves
Buy new: £34.32 / Used from: £34.34
Although not actually given to us as a set text, this is excellent for a reference when you've learnt a new technique or theory in lectures. Well written and easy to follow.
The Royal Marsden Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures - POCKET EDITION (Royal Marsden Nhs Trust)The Royal Marsden Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures - POCKET EDITION (Royal Marsden Nhs Trust)
Its no JRCALC (thats not available here) but this is a handy pocket version of the above. Very small text though - not useful as your sole copy.
Essentials of Immediate Medical CareEssentials of Immediate Medical Care by C. John Eaton MB BS Dip IMC RCS(Ed)
Buy new: £37.51 / Used from: £26.00
Sections of this (slightly outdated) book seem to have influanced by No.1 choice. Aimed at doctors so not as much medical information as scenario advice. Worth reading!
Principles of Anatomy and PhysiologyPrinciples of Anatomy and Physiology by Gerard J. Tortora
Buy used from: £27.00
Oh no, its A+P! This is a very clear and well priced reference, although if you havent just completed A-levels you might need a companion book...
Ross and Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and IllnessRoss and Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness by Anne Waugh BSc(Hons) MSc CertEd SRN RNT FHEA
Buy new: £24.76 / Used from: £21.52
...and here it is! Ross and Wilson is aimed squarely at Nurses, Midwives etc... and is an excellent primer.
Assessment Made Incredibly Easy! (Incredibly Easy! Series)Assessment Made Incredibly Easy! (Incredibly Easy! Series)
Buy used from: £10.00
From the US and sometimes a little patronising, but worth reading
The Anatomy Coloring BookThe Anatomy Coloring Book by Wynn Kapit
Buy new: £21.38 / Used from: £4.36
Dont laugh - it WORKS as a revision aid! The original and best.
The Physiology Coloring Book, 2nd Ed.The Physiology Coloring Book, 2nd Ed. by Wynn Kapit
Buy new: £21.12 / Used from: £8.00
Dont laugh - its great as a revision aid!
Emergency Care in the Streets (UK Version)Emergency Care in the Streets (UK Version) by AAOS
Buy used from: £99.99
Not my favourite book at all, although re-written for the UK, its a little patronising!
Blood, Sweat and Tea: Real Life Adventures in an Inner-city AmbulanceBlood, Sweat and Tea: Real Life Adventures in an Inner-city Ambulance by Tom Reynolds
Buy new: £4.75 / Used from: £0.01
For those unsure if they want to be a paramedic! Although, this book should be taken in context.
First Aid Manual: The Authorised Manual of St. John Ambulance, St. Andrew's Ambulance Association, and the British Red CrossFirst Aid Manual: The Authorised Manual of St. John Ambulance, St. Andrew's Ambulance Association, and the British Red Cross by St. Andrew's Ambulance Association
Buy used from: £0.01
Seriously worth a read if you are completely new to the subject.