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This study worked to understand paramedics’ attitudes on their profession. It strived to investigate the personality of these providers, their interpretation of public perception of emergency medical services, as well as the causes and implications of occupational stress. This qualitative study analyzed the interviews of five paramedics to reveal a basis of understanding on these themes. It was ... read morefound that paramedics were characterized by a caring nature, and they believed that the public lacked an accurate understanding of emergency medical service capabilities. In addition, paramedics believed that the emergency medical service system as a whole, placed stress on the providers due to the limited career opportunities that it affords. Based on these results, a foundation was built for further inquiry into those who answer the call for medical emergencies.read less
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