Trauma centres handle extreme situations where there is an issue of immediate survival. According to a study, amongst all the emergencies, Road Traffic Accident (RTA) is the leading cause of trauma all over the world. Some injuries lead to permanent disability while others may even cause death. Around 5 million people die due to injuries every year.
Awareness and Management: Making people aware of the emergency and trauma services is the need of the hour. All hospitals including the ones in remote areas should have immediate access to trauma centres where basic life support will be provided. Along with this, counseling therapies for the patients and pastoral care for the family in critical situations is a must. What primary assistance is usually given to patients in trauma and emergency?
