Advanced Care

TL;DR

Specialized medical interventions beyond basic first aid, requiring professional skills.

What is Advanced Care?

Advanced care encompasses medical treatments and interventions provided by trained healthcare professionals that go beyond basic first aid measures. This level of care is essential for stabilizing patients with severe or complex medical conditions. Advanced care procedures include advanced airway management techniques, such as intubation, the administration of intravenous fluids and medications, and advanced cardiac life support measures.

Paramedics and other emergency medical services (EMS) personnel typically provide advanced care in pre-hospital settings, aiming to stabilize the patient and prepare them for transport to a healthcare facility. In hospital settings, advanced care continues with comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, ensuring that patients receive the highest level of care necessary for their recovery.

Takeaway to remember

Advanced care refers to the medical treatment provided by paramedics and other healthcare professionals once they arrive on the scene. This care involves more complex procedures and equipment than those used in basic first aid. It may include advanced airway management, administration of medications, intravenous therapy, and use of advanced monitoring equipment.

Reference

• First Aid eBook