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 Alister Duncan Episode 3 'What do they need help with now that they did'nt need before?'
Richard is joined by palliative care doctor Alistair Duncan and Nurse specialist Angela Wilson to discuss palliative care assessment. During the episode we utilise their skills and knowledge to discuss the deteriorating palliative patient. Including pertinent history, red flags and when to refer. Hope you enjoy the episode.
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Thank you Scott for all your help as always!
Angela Wilson - angela.wilson2@swft.nhs.uk
Alistair Duncan - Alistair.Duncan@swft.nhs.uk
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.
Macmillan
https://www.macmillan.org.uk/?gclid=f45758439b8e10e75a253f9ad779540a&gclsrc=3p.ds&msclkid=f45758439b8e10e75a253f9ad779540a
NICE Prescribing in Palliative Care
https://bnf.nice.org.uk/medicines-guidance/prescribing-in-palliative-care/
SPICT tool
https://www.spict.org.uk/
Coventry and Warwickshire Training Hub
https://www.cwtraininghub.co.uk/
College of Paramedics
https://collegeofparamedics.co.uk/
