Volume : 11, Issue : 09, September – 2024
Title:
IMPACT OF PREHOSPITAL NOTIFICATION AND HOSPITAL PREPAREDNESS ON OUTCOMES FOR TIME-SENSITIVE EMERGENCIES: A LITERATURE REVIEW
Authors :
Saeed Abdulkhaliq Saeed Alghamdi, Rayan Ahmed Alqarni, Saeed Abdullah Al Zahrani, Othman Ali Othman Alshehri, Fouzan Fouad Nezlawi, Bassam Mohammed Aljuaid, Abdullah Atteah Alzahrani, Raed Ibrahim Sanky, Naif Nasser Alqhtani, Fahad Mohammed Ali Aladwani
Abstract :
Abstract:
This literature review investigates the critical roles of prehospital notification and hospital preparedness in influencing patient outcomes during time-sensitive emergencies, including cardiac arrests, strokes, and trauma incidents. Effective prehospital communication is essential for ensuring that hospitals are adequately prepared to receive critically ill patients, which can significantly impact survival rates and recovery. The review synthesizes findings from a diverse range of studies, demonstrating that timely prehospital notifications lead to improved emergency department response times and enhanced patient management upon arrival. Despite the established benefits, the review reveals significant gaps in the literature, particularly concerning the effects of prehospital notification on trauma care and the need for standardized protocols across different healthcare systems. Furthermore, many regions lack organized prehospital care frameworks, which exacerbates delays in treatment and compromises patient safety. This study emphasizes the urgent need for research addressing these gaps, advocating for the development of more effective prehospital care systems and hospital preparedness protocols. By identifying best practices and areas for improvement, the research aims to inform policymakers and healthcare administrators, ultimately enhancing emergency response strategies and improving outcomes for patients facing critical health crises.
Keywords: prehospital notification, hospital preparedness, emergency care, patient outcomes, time-sensitive emergencies.
Cite This Article:
Please cite this article in press Saeed Abdulkhaliq Saeed Alghamdi et al., Impact Of Prehospital Notification And Hospital Preparedness On Outcomes For Time-Sensitive Emergencies: A Literature Review, Indo Am. J. P. Sci, 2024; 11 (09).
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