Table 2 Baseline Characteristics of study participants
Characteristics | Consultant Physicians (n = 12) | HEMS Paramedics (n = 12) |
|---|---|---|
Age (years) | 43 (34 to 53) | 44 (35 to 49) |
Gender (male) | 12 (100) | 9 (75) |
Background Speciality | ||
Emergency Medicine | 10 (83) | n/a |
Anaesthetists / Intensivist | 2 (17) | n/a |
HEMS Paramedic | n/a | 12 (100) |
NHS Consultant Physician Experience (years) | 9 (2 to 16) | n/a |
Paramedic Experience (years)* | n/a | 13.5 (8 to 28) |
PHEA Experience (years) | 9 (4 to 14) | 2.5 (0.5 to 7) |