The Impact of Stress on Paramedic Performance During Simulated Critical Events

Vicki R. LeBlanc, Cheryl Regehr, Walter Tavares, Aristathemos K. Scott, Russell D. MacDonald, Kevin M. King

Prehospital and Disaster Medicine · 2012 · 167 citations · 30 references

Abstract

Clinical performance and documentation appear vulnerable to the impact of acute stress. This highlights the importance of developing systems and training interventions aimed at supporting and preparing emergency workers who face acute stressors as part of their every day work responsibilities.

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