Respiratory Pathophysiology
This particular job did not require us to attend under emergency response, this immediately made me feel relaxed and able to focus on my existing knowledge of respiratory pathophysiology. I foolishly had not anticipated any real worries or concerns, as it appeared to be a straightforward transportation from GP surgery to hospital.
On arrival I was surprised to find the patient unattended and untreated in a room with no HCP present. I felt extremely concerned there had been no monitoring performed especially with his evident dyspnoea, I also felt a real sense of empathy towards the patient being alone and clearly very anxious. I was relieved that the paramedic with me took control of the situation providing the patient with compassion and reassurance.
On arrival I was surprised to find the patient unattended and untreated in a room with no HCP present. I felt extremely concerned there had been no monitoring performed especially with his evident dyspnoea, I also felt a real sense of empathy towards the patient being alone and clearly very anxious. I was relieved that the paramedic with me took control of the situation providing the patient with compassion and reassurance.