The Korean Journal of Emergency Medical Services (한국응급구조학회지)

The Korea Society of Emergency Medical Services (한국응급구조학회)
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Legislation feasibility studies for expanding the business scope of paramedics: Focused on high level task in importance, need and allowance

응급구조사 업무범위 확대를 위한 입법 타당성 연구 : 중요도와 필요도 및 허용도가 높은 업무를 중심으로

  • Han, Song-Yi (Department of Emergency Medical Service, Baekseok University) ;
  • Ji, Hyun-Kyung (Department of Emergency Medical Service, Baekseok University) ;
  • Yoon, Seong-Woo (Department of Emergency Medical Service, Namseoul University) ;
  • Lee, Chang-Hee (Department of Emergency Medical Service, Namseoul University)
  • 한송이 (백석대학교 응급구조학과) ;
  • 지현경 (백석대학교 응급구조학과) ;
  • 윤성우 (남서울대학교 응급구조학과) ;
  • 이창희 (남서울대학교 응급구조학과)
  • Received : 2015.10.26
  • Accepted : 2015.12.21
  • Published : 2015.12.31
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Abstract

Purpose: This study was performed targeted to paramedic and doctors, to examine the frequency, importance, and admissibility of the tasks of paramedics, and to establish as a basis for expanding their business scope. Methods: The subjects were 282 paramedics and 58 doctors, and the study was performed from October 20 to November 19, 2014. The statistical analysis was done by using SPSS/WIN 20.0. Results: The results showed the difference between the legal business scope of paramedics and the actually performed work. The frequently covered areas were trauma, cardiac arrest, and respiratory care; however, severity classifications were the most important. Concerning drug administration, epinephrine administration seemed to be the most necessary. Conclusions: The findings of this study can be used as basic data to broaden the capacity building and business scope of paramedics. Furthermore, to increase the resuscitation rate of emergency patients, the various tasks of paramedics must be incorporated, and these should be supported by laws and institutions.

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