In an emergency, the medical treatment team plays a vital role in saving lives and providing immediate care.
Their responsibilities include:
1. Immediate Assessment: Quickly checking the patient’s condition, vital signs, and injuries to decide treatment priority.
2. Providing First Aid: Giving urgent care like stopping bleeding, stabilizing fractures, or managing shock.
3. Triage Support: Working with the triage team to classify patients based on severity and need for treatment.
4. Coordinating with Other Teams: Communicating with search and rescue, fire suppression, and transport teams.
5. Ongoing Care: Monitoring patients, administering medications, and preparing them for surgery or advanced treatment if needed.
Their quick action, skills, and teamwork are crucial for reducing casualties and ensuring recovery.