Qualification of a mobile pre-hospital care team: the need and the importance of a continuous education in the professionals' point of view

Abstract

The mobile pre-hospital care represents the first step for a quick and efficient assistance to urgency/emergency patients. This study aims to understand the need and the importance of having a qualified team at the mobile pre-hospital care in the city of Rio Grande/RS, from the professionals´ point of view. It is a descriptive and exploratory research with a qualitative approach. Six professionals from three different mobile pre-hospital services participated in the study. Data were collected using a semi-structured interview and analysis was performed with the thematic analysis technique. A previous qualification was considered necessary so the professional felt able to provide adequate care and could avoid malpractices. Most of the professionals noted that both theoretical and practical aspects of the qualification are essential. They also pointed that the simulations and the experiences should be constantly updated. The practical part was considered imperative since it qualifies the professional to act with coherence, rapidity and safety in trauma situations.