Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support

Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) is a training program for emergency responders, such as paramedics, that teaches them how to quickly assess and manage injuries before the patient reaches the hospital. It focuses on stabilizing vital functions like breathing, bleeding control, and preventing shock. The goal is to provide effective, evidence-based care in the critical moments after an injury, improving the patient's chances of survival and reducing further harm. PHTLS emphasizes teamwork, quick decision-making, and proper handling of trauma cases in the out-of-hospital environment.