The Korean Journal of Emergency Medical Services (한국응급구조학회지)

The Korea Society of Emergency Medical Services (한국응급구조학회)
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Comparison of paramedic image and its determinants between paramedic and non-paramedic students

응급구조학과 학생과 타 학과 학생이 지각한 응급구조사 이미지와 이미지 결정요인

  • Park, Jeong-Mi (Korean Emergency Medical Technicians Association) ;
  • Kim, Su-Min (Department of Emergency Medical Technology, Kyungil University)
  • 박정미 (대한응급구조사협회) ;
  • 김수민 (경일대학교 응급구조학과)
  • Received : 2015.06.19
  • Accepted : 2015.08.19
  • Published : 2015.08.31
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Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of the study was to identify differences in paramedic image and its determinants between paramedic and non-paramedic students. Methods: From September 18 to 26, 2013, data were collected from 146 universities students by using a self-reported questionnaire. Results: The mean paramedic image score was 4.22 for paramedic students and 3.89 for non-paramedic students. The paramedic students had a more positive paramedic image than the non-paramedic students. Among three subcategories of paramedic image, professional image was selected as the most positive factor. The determinants of paramedic image differed between the paramedic and non-paramedic students. The mean subjective determinants score showed higher than those of any other determinants for both student groups. Conclusion: The findings of this study showed that practical strategies are needed to promote a positive paramedic image among non-paramedic students.

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