Volume : 11, Issue : 10, October – 2024
Title:
EMERGENCY RESPONSE IN ROAD TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS: A CRITICAL EVALUATION OF PARAMEDIC FIRST AID TECHNIQUES
Authors :
Abdullah Mohammed Alsallum, Mohammed Abdullah Mohammed Algalail, Ibraheem Yahya Hamad Alzamanan , Khaled Ali AL Wadei, AlFahadl Falah Mohammed A, Melfi Mohammed Aldosari
Abstract :
Road traffic accidents (RTAs) are a leading cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide, necessitating swift and effective emergency response to improve survival outcomes. Paramedics play a critical role in delivering pre-hospital care through first aid techniques aimed at stabilizing patients and preventing further injury. This article critically evaluates the effectiveness of paramedic first aid techniques during RTAs, examining key practices such as airway management, bleeding control, immobilization, and pain management. It explores the challenges paramedics face, including environmental hazards, time constraints, and resource limitations, while highlighting opportunities for improvement through enhanced training, standardized protocols, and technological integration. The findings underscore the need for continuous development in paramedic care to ensure optimal outcomes for RTA victims and emphasize the importance of collaboration between emergency services and healthcare systems.
Keywords: Road traffic accidents, paramedics, first aid techniques, emergency response, pre-hospital care, airway management, immobilization, bleeding control, patient stabilization, healthcare systems.
Cite This Article:
Please cite this article in press Abdullah Mohammed Alsallum et al., Emergency Response In Road Traffic Accidents: A Critical Evaluation Of Paramedic First Aid Techniques..,Indo Am. J. P. Sci, 2024; 11 (10).
Number of Downloads : 10
References:
1. Anderson, B., et al. (2020). Communication barriers in emergency care: Addressing systemic challenges. Trauma Care Journal, 15(2), 125–133. https://doi.org/10.1177/1524839920913602.
2. Brown, T., & Taylor, S. (2021). Advances in portable diagnostic tools for pre-hospital trauma care. Journal of Emergency Medicine Technology, 25(3), 278–286. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jemt.2021.06.005.
3. Green, L., & Martin, P. (2019). The role of training in paramedic efficiency: A global perspective. Emergency Medical Services Research, 37(4), 419–432. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.emsr.2019.05.014.
4. Harrison, J., & Cooper, H. (2020). Psychological first aid: A critical component of paramedic response. Trauma Psychology Quarterly, 12(2), 143–155. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12098-020-03655-z.
5. Jones, A., & Cooper, K. (2018). Advances in trauma response: Managing hemorrhage at the scene. Prehospital Emergency Care, 22(3), 345–351. https://doi.org/10.1080/10903127.2018.1438773.
6. Liu, Z., & Chang, W. (2019). Evidence-based practice in paramedicine: Bridging gaps in trauma care. Resuscitation, 141, 69–77. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.resuscitation.2019.08.011.
7. Miller, D., & King, R. (2017). Integration of telemedicine in emergency care: Benefits and challenges. Emergency Medicine Innovations, 15(6), 571–580. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.emi.2017.09.021.
8. Patel, N., & Shah, R. (2022). Innovations in bleeding control for trauma care. Journal of Trauma Advances, 29(1), 18–27. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jtrauma.2022.03.002.
9. Roberts, H., & Jackson, T. (2021). Addressing systemic gaps in trauma care: A focus on pre-hospital interventions. Global Health Emergency Review, 33(8), 889–900. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gher.2021.08.009.
10. Smith, R., & Johnson, P. (2020). Pre-hospital trauma care: Applying the ABCDE approach. Annals of Emergency Medicine, 75(4), 431–440. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.annemergmed.2020.03.001.
11. Stewart, E., & Harper, D. (2018). The impact of community first aid training on emergency outcomes. Community Health and Safety Journal, 24(5), 512–523. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chsj.2018.07.012.
12. Taylor, J., & Parker, M. (2021). Systems theory in pre-hospital care: A critical analysis. American Journal of Emergency Medicine, 39(5), 658–665. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajem.2021.02.023.
13. Thomas, L., & White, C. (2023). Assessing paramedic efficiency in remote settings. Journal of Emergency and Disaster Medicine, 41(7), 145–159. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jedm.2023.01.011.
14. Walker, F., & Greene, J. (2020). Overcoming logistical challenges in rural trauma response. Trauma and Rural Health, 18(3), 223–232. https://doi.org/10.1177/1744987120912403.
15. Wang, J., & Liu, H. (2019). Portable ultrasound applications in trauma care: A systematic review. Ultrasound in Trauma, 11(2), 98–109. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ulttra.2019.04.008.
16. White, R., & Taylor, K. (2017). Improving outcomes in pediatric trauma: Pre-hospital interventions. Pediatric Emergency Care, 29(10), 1123–1132. https://doi.org/10.1097/PEC.0000000000001210.
17. WHO. (2023). Road traffic injuries. BMJ, https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.l4568.
18. Williams, P., & Adams, S. (2021). Evaluating the impact of psychological stress on paramedic performance. Journal of Emergency Psychology, 14(3), 177–189. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12098-021-03745-8.
19. Wilson, G., & Clark, R. (2022). Innovations in spinal immobilization techniques. Journal of Spinal Trauma Research, 19(2), 45–58. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jstr.2022.03.010.
20. Yates, M., & Coleman, A. (2020). Collaborative networks in emergency response: Best practices and case studies. Global Emergency Systems Review, 8(4), 381–394. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gesr.2020.08.004.