Volume : 11, Issue : 09, September – 2024
Title:
ANALYZING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ADVANCED TRAUMA LIFE SUPPORT TRAINING FOR EMS PERSONNEL: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW
Authors :
Abdulaziz Abdullah Hamed Alghamdi, Ismail abdulmatlob Aljedani, Abdullah Abdulmughni Abdulghani Alshaikh, Hadi Abbas Ahmed Zamkah, Mansour Abdulghani Abdullah Alzahrani, Mohammed Hassan Esmat, Saif Abdulhamid Alsulami, Abdulrahman Saleh Abdu Alharbi, Hussam Hassan Ali Bagash, Jaber Yahya Jaber Albarqi
Abstract :
This comprehensive review analyzes the effectiveness of Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) training for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel in improving trauma management outcomes. Given the critical role of EMS in the pre-hospital care of trauma patients, the review synthesizes existing literature to assess the impact of ATLS on clinical decision-making, knowledge retention, and operational performance. The findings indicate that while ATLS training enhances the confidence and skills of EMS providers, the direct correlation between such training and improved patient outcomes remains unclear. Several studies report improvements in self-reported confidence and adherence to trauma protocols post-training, yet the evidence linking ATLS training to reduced morbidity and mortality is inconsistent. Notably, gaps in the literature include a lack of rigorous randomized controlled trials and longitudinal studies assessing long-term skill retention. Furthermore, contextual factors influencing the effectiveness of ATLS training require further exploration. The review underscores the need for ongoing education and refresher courses to maintain competencies among EMS personnel. Recommendations for future research include investigating the retention of skills over time and evaluating the impact of ATLS training across diverse healthcare systems. Thus, this study highlights the importance of refining training protocols to enhance trauma care delivery and improve patient outcomes in emergency settings.
Keywords: Advanced Trauma Life Support, Emergency Medical Services, trauma management, clinical outcomes, skill retention.
Cite This Article:
Please cite this article in press Abdulaziz Abdullah Hamed Alghamdi et al., Analyzing The Effectiveness Of Advanced Trauma Life Support Training For Ems Personnel: A Comprehensive Review., Indo Am. J. P. Sci, 2024; 11 (09).
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