AMLS United Kingdom: Advanced Medical Life Support: Advanced Medical Life Support

The leading course for prehospital practitioners, Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS), was first launched in 1999. It is the only textbook approved for use by NAEMTs Advanced Medical Life Support course and emphasizes the AMLS Assessment Pathway, the most important guide for assessing patients with medical conditions.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 456 pages
Publication date: 15 May 2018
Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc

The second edition of Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS) is the go-to course for prehospital practitioners seeking to excel in advanced medical assessment and treatment of commonly encountered medical conditions. Since its inception in 1999, AMLS has been taught worldwide, pioneering the field of emergency medical services education by addressing the optimal management of patients in medical crises. It stands as the sole textbook approved for use by NAEMTs Advanced Medical Life Support course, emphasizing the AMLS Assessment Pathway, the most crucial guide for assessing patients with medical conditions.

The United Kingdom edition of AMLS is further enriched with key features that enhance the learning experience. Critical thinking scenarios provide students with real-life contexts for applying the knowledge presented in each chapter, including a comprehensive scenario solution. These scenarios allow students to assess, review, and discern the possible diagnosis of the patient, fostering a deeper understanding of the subject matter. Chapter review questions, chapter summaries, and "Putting It All Together" sections reinforce key concepts and help students tie information together, ensuring better retention of the learned material.

Endorsed by the National Association of EMS Physicians and the United Kingdom College of Paramedics, AMLS places a strong emphasis on the utilization of the AMLS Assessment Pathway, a systematic assessment tool that enables healthcare practitioners to diagnose medical patients with urgent accuracy. The course's comprehensive coverage of basic and advanced treatment modalities incorporates the latest research developments suitable for both beginning and experienced prehospital care providers, emergency and critical care nurses, and emergency doctors.

An Updated AMLS Assessment Pathway

In this revised edition, AMLS introduces an updated Assessment Pathway that provides a more systematic approach to assessing a medical patient. This pathway offers even greater guidance for students in understanding the diagnostic process and guiding them in making informed decisions.

In conclusion, Advanced Medical Life Support, Second Edition, is the gold standard in prehospital practitioner education, equipping practitioners with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in advanced medical assessment and treatment. With its comprehensive coverage, real-world scenarios, and updated Assessment Pathway, AMLS continues to be the go-to course for those seeking to provide exceptional care in medical emergencies.

Weight: 866g
Dimension: 217 x 275 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781284148879
Edition number: 2 ed