Volume : 11, Issue : 12, December – 2024
Title:
ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES FOR AMBULANCES: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF STANDARDS AND BEST PRACTICES
Authors :
AHammad Saleh AlArfan, Okashah Saleh Alhuruth,Mohammed Hamad Al Mansour, Saleh Hadi Al Dwais, Hadi Musfer Al Mureh, Ahmad Saleh Al Swar, Mahdi Nasser Al Shakwan, Awaidh Saleh Aljawad
Abstract :
The effectiveness of emergency medical services relies on the readiness and appropriateness of ambulance equipment and supplies. This systematic review identifies the essential equipment and supplies required for ambulances based on international standards and best practices, offering insights into harmonizing ambulance setups to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Findings reveal critical equipment categories including basic life support, advanced life support, pediatric care, trauma care, and miscellaneous supplies such as personal protective equipment and communication tools. Recommendations from global organizations such as WHO, AHA, and ERC highlight the importance of standardized equipment lists, while challenges such as resource disparities, training gaps, and logistical issues hinder global standardization. The study underscores the necessity of tailoring equipment to regional needs, improving training, and leveraging technology to enhance ambulance readiness and emergency medical service efficiency.
Keywords: ambulance equipment, emergency medical services, EMS standards, pre-hospital care, medical supplies, global health, emergency readiness
Cite This Article:
Please cite this article in press Hammad Saleh AlArfan et al., Essential Equipment And Supplies For Ambulances: A Systematic Review Of Standards And Best Practices.,Indo Am. J. P. Sci, 2024; 11 (12).
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