The FCP Podcast
Information and learning podcast for first contact practitioners in primary care. During the podcast episodes Emma and Richard will be discussing first contact cases commonly seen in General Practice with experienced clinicians with a background in a certain clinical area. The cases will review the approach to history taking, red flags and the appropriate investigations. The cases will be based around the FCP - Paramedics roadmap core clinical competencies, to unsure appropriate knowledge .
These podcast's should serve as a supplement to your learning as a first contact practitioner. You will require further learning, support and self directed study to develop into a qualified FCP.
These podcasts are for health care professionals only and should not be used for medical advice by members of the public. The content is based on the interviewees opinion and interpretation of best clinical practice at the time of the recording. These podcasts should support your learning and should not replace your clinical judgement or local guidelines.
Special thanks to Scott Edwards for audio and Martin Berrisford for editing.
The FCP Podcast
Palliative Care assessment with Angela Wilson and Alistair Duncan Episode 1 'The only chance to get it right'
Richard and Sophie are join by palliative care doctor Alistair Duncan and Nurse specialist Angela Wilson to discuss palliative care assessment. During the episode they define palliative care, what the journey may look like for patients, who is involved and when should specialist team get involved. We then utilise their skills and knowledge to discuss a case of a palliative care patient with pain. Including pertinent history, red flags and when to refer.
Thank you Scott for all your help as always!
West Midlands Palliative Care Guidance
https://www.westmidspallcare.co.uk/wmpcp/guide/
Scottish Palliative Care Guidance
https://www.palliativecarescotland.org.uk/news/news/new-guidelines-on-palliative-care-in-scotland-published/#:~:text=The%20guidelines%20provide%20practical%2C%20evidence-based%20or%20best-practice%20guidance,end%20of%20life%20care%20and%20use%20of%20medicines.
Kathryn Mannix
https://www.kathrynmannix.com/
Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub
https://www.cwtraininghub.co.uk/
College of Paramedics
https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/
