I think the measure of talent for a paramedic is the ability to deal competently with a situation where they don't know what to do
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This seems to have been interpreted in a few different ways so I want to try briefly explain what I mean 1/ 4
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The point I was aiming for is that to be able to achieve both beneficence and non-maleficence in an unfamiliar situation is exceptionally difficult.
The key is that this isn't achieved by bullshit artistry, system 1 pattern recognition, or the efficient application of diesel 2/4
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For it to be achieved at a high level it is about the effective application of knowledge, clinical methods and a sound understanding of Bayesian/ probabilistic reasoning so that the patient doesn't come to harm as a result of our ignorance 3/4
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It's about recognising that we are never completely ignorant and that systematic assessment and reasoning will often result in an effective guide in a difficult situation 4/4
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@MarcusYalman
I can see why you'd think that but I think you're misunderstanding my point. It's not about bullshiting it's about the effective application of method and deduction in an unfamiliar situation
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@DanielKlapaukh
Agree with you there! Ability to think outside the box albeit with justification is a very big part of the job....
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@ketaminh
That is a profoundly true statement. We make order out of chaos every day.
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@DanielKlapaukh
I prefer to think I make steady progress walking safely on uncharted unstable ground.
I am not always entirely certain in the beginning what is the best route BUT will determine and follow a safe course.
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