Volume : 11, Issue : 12, December – 2024
Title:
THE ROLE OF PARAMEDICS IN EARLY ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF HEAD INJURIES: EVIDENCE-BASED APPROACHES
Authors :
Fahad Khalaf Amash Al-Anzi,Abdullah Hussain Al hodar,Amir Ali Alanzi,Abdullah Hameed Madih Alshammari,Sultan Dakhel Meesh Alruwaly,Saleh Kamel Shubyat Alshammari, Abdulkarim Muflih Alanazi ,Fadi Ghali Alanazi
Abstract :
Objective: This article aims to elucidate the critical role of paramedics in the initial assessment and management of head injuries, emphasizing the application of evidence-based practices that can significantly improve patient outcomes.
Methods: A thorough review of contemporary literature was conducted, focusing on articles and studies published in the last decade. Searches were performed across multiple databases including PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science, with keywords such as “head injuries,” “paramedic,” “pre-hospital care,” and “evidence-based practices.”
Results: The review identifies and discusses key evidence-based assessment tools and management strategies utilized by paramedics. It highlights the importance of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS), pupillary response checks, and initial management steps such as maintaining cervical spine stabilization, ensuring proper airway management, and administering osmotic diuretics when necessary. These practices are critically evaluated for their effectiveness in enhancing patient outcomes, with particular attention to the challenges faced in the field.
Conclusion: Early assessment and management of head injuries by paramedics are pivotal in the chain of trauma care. Effective implementation of evidence-based practices at this stage is essential for optimizing patient outcomes. The article underscores the need for ongoing research and continuous updates to paramedic training and protocols to incorporate the latest scientific findings and technological advancements in pre-hospital care.
Keywords: head injuries, paramedic intervention, pre-hospital care, evidence-based practice, Glasgow Coma Scale, trauma management, emergency response, training and protocol development
Cite This Article:
Please cite this article in press Fahd Khalaf Amash Al-Anzi et al., The Role Of Paramedics In Early Assessment And Management Of Head Injuries: Evidence-Based Approaches.,Indo Am. J. P. Sci, 2024; 11 (12).
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