Table 2 Summary of provisional theory areas
From: Understanding paramedic work in general practice in the UK: a rapid realist synthesis
Heading | Provisional Theory Area |
|---|---|
Primary Care Staff Understanding of the role of the paramedic in general practice | 1. Understanding “Advanced Paramedic Practice” |
2. Ensuring the “right fit” for home visits | |
Paramedic Induction Process, and access to training and development opportunities | 3. Education and Training at Induction |
4. Ongoing supervision and training of paramedics in general practice | |
Patient Understanding and Acceptance of the paramedic role in general practice | 5. Patient Perceptions of paramedic role |
Variation in Paramedic Employment Models | 6. Benefits of Rotational Models for paramedics working in primary care |