Prehospital Communication
Effective Communication in Prehospital Care
In the prehospital setting, clear and effective communication is essential for delivering safe, timely, and coordinated emergency care. Accurate information exchange between paramedics, emergency care assistants (ECAs), dispatchers, other healthcare professionals, and patients is critical for ensuring the best possible outcomes.
This range of articles explores the fundamentals of prehospital communication, including key communication skills, practical techniques, and best practices for professional interaction and patient engagement. It also highlights the importance of structured communication methods such as SBAR and ATMIST in prehospital handovers.
Through these resources, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence needed to communicate effectively in high-pressure prehospital environments.
Prehospital Communication Articles
Prehospital Communication Resources
🔗 How good communication skills benefit patients – NHS.UK
The article from NHS England’s Cancer Communications Resource Hub explains how good communication skills in healthcare benefit patients, service users, and people affected by cancer. It highlights the importance of clear, compassionate communication in improving patient outcomes, emotional well-being, and shared decision-making, while also supporting NHS values and health literacy initiatives.
📥 Prehospital Communication Guide
A free communication guide for patients that have communication difficulties designed for use in the prehospital setting.
📖 CPD Course: Effective Handovers: SBAR and ATMIST
This CPD course covers effective handover techniques using SBAR and ATMIST to support clear, structured communication in emergency care. Complete the course to receive a CPD certificate and strengthen your professional portfolio.
