With cases of mental health illness on the rise, it is increasingly crucial that ambulance clinicians and paramedics feel empowered in their ability to assess and manage a variety of conditions. This resource provides the foundation of knowledge you need to navigate often-fraught situations with sensitivity and confidence.

Encouraging an interactive approach, critical thinking, and practical application to reinforce your learning, this guide includes and covers:

• A range of mental health presentations (including post-traumatic stress disorder, psychosis, and addiction)
• Patients with complex needs (learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, dementia)
• Guidance on risk assessment and safety
• The nuances of the legal framework surrounding mental health and mental capacity
• Nine case studies, eight reflective exercises, seven workbook activities and further clinical tips.