A video analysis of clinical handovers between paramedics and emergency care staff

摘要

Studies examining communication during clinical handovers involving paramedics are rare. A recent National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) report has noted a significant gap in our knowledge and understanding of what happens during clinical handovers between ambulance services and emergency departments. This PhD study has used a video analysis to understand issues in communication and teamwork during these clinical handovers by examining cases of good practice.