One of the most challenging obstacles community paramedics face is trying not to fix all of their patients' problems. For many, EMS is a desirable industry because it offers the ability to help others in need. But what do you do when you are faced with a patient who doesn't want help, is resistant, or is ambivalent to change? Motivational interviewing is a therapeutic approach that moves an individual away from uncertainty and toward positive decisions based on accomplishing established goals. It allows the community paramedic the ability to empower their patients to make changes in order to ensure program success through patient autonomy, collaboration, and evocation.
Cost for this course is $250. Register for Community Paramedicine: Motivational Interviewing to receive 30% off + free shipping on the purchase of the Community Health Paramedicine textbook from our publishing partner, JBL/Public Safety Group. Registrants will be provided with a discount code upon arrival at EMS Today.
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