PHTLS: Prehospital Trauma Life Support (eBook) with Course Manual (Print)

PHTLS: Prehospital Trauma Life Support, the tenth edition, is a trusted resource for improving trauma patient care and saving lives worldwide. It provides updated medical content, emphasizes critical thinking, and teaches a clear approach to assessing and managing trauma patients in the field. It includes the latest guidelines, challenges, and special considerations, making it essential for prehospital care practitioners.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 17 May 2023
Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc

Over three decades ago, PHTLS: Prehospital Trauma Life Support revolutionized the assessment and management of trauma patients in the field, significantly improving their care and saving countless lives worldwide. The tenth edition of this renowned and comprehensive resource continues the PHTLS mission to promote excellence in trauma patient management by providing global education to all prehospital care practitioners. Initially developed by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) in collaboration with the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma (ACS-COT) in the early 1990s, PHTLS has been a trusted resource for decades. The tenth edition incorporates updated medical content to reflect the latest evidence-based knowledge and practice, ensuring that practitioners have the most current information at their fingertips. PHTLS emphasizes critical thinking as the cornerstone of providing quality care, recognizing that EMS practitioners make the best decisions when armed with a solid foundation of knowledge and key principles. Rapid Assessment of Trauma Patients: In the field, time is of the essence. The tenth edition of PHTLS emphasizes the importance of rapidly assessing trauma patients using a systematic approach. It teaches practitioners to identify life-threatening problems immediately and take appropriate action, minimizing delays in initiating transport to the appropriate destination. The tenth edition includes the latest ACS National Guidelines for Field Triage of Injured Patients, providing practitioners with the most up-to-date recommendations for triaging patients in the field. It also includes an advanced discussion on the challenges of prolonged scene time, highlighting the importance of efficient patient care in these situations. The tenth edition also considers when to shift efforts from search and rescue to recovery in the setting of a drowning victim, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing patient safety. Additionally, it includes the United Kingdom Fire and Rescue Guidelines for search and rescue, providing valuable insights into the practices of a leading fire and rescue service. New Content on Blast Injuries: Blast injuries are a significant concern in today's world, and the tenth edition of PHTLS includes new content to address this issue. It provides practitioners with an understanding of the mechanisms of blast injuries, the potential complications, and the appropriate management strategies. This includes information on blast wave characteristics, blast overpressure, and the effects on different body parts. Clarification on the Role of Pelvic Bind: Pelvic bind is a technique used to stabilize the pelvis and reduce the risk of pelvic fractures in trauma patients. The tenth edition of PHTLS includes clarification on the role of pelvic bind, providing practitioners with the latest recommendations and guidelines for its use. Overall, the tenth edition of PHTLS: Prehospital Trauma Life Support is a comprehensive and up-to-date resource that provides practitioners with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide high-quality trauma care in the field. Its emphasis on critical thinking, rapid assessment, and evidence-based practice makes it an essential tool for all prehospital care practitioners.

Weight: 420g
Dimension: 217 x 277 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781284272291
Edition number: 10 ed