Disaster Medical Response Coordinating General Surgery, Family Medicine, Nutrition, Nursing, and Radiography in Mass-Casualty Scenarios
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Disaster Medical Response, Mass-Casualty Incident (MCI), Interdisciplinary Coordination, Trauma Surgery, Family MedicineAbstract
In mass-casualty scenarios, effective disaster medical response coordination is paramount to ensuring the optimal delivery of care. General surgery plays a critical role, as surgical teams must be prepared to manage traumatic injuries that are frequently encountered in such situations. Concurrently, family medicine practitioners provide comprehensive care by addressing the holistic needs of patients, including chronic disease management and mental health support. These healthcare providers work collaboratively to triage patients effectively, ensuring that those with the most critical needs receive immediate attention. The coordinated efforts among these specialties not only improve individual patient outcomes but also enhance the overall efficiency of the healthcare response in the face of overwhelming demand. Nutrition and nursing are also essential components of disaster medical response in mass-casualty settings. Nutritionists assist in planning and delivering appropriate nutritional interventions to sustain both patients and healthcare providers, mitigating the impact of stress and trauma through proper nourishment. Meanwhile, nursing staff function as the backbone of the medical response, providing vital support in patient assessment, monitoring, and coordination of care. Nursing roles have expanded to include triage and leadership responsibilities, as they often serve as the primary point of contact for patients and their families in chaotic environments. Additionally, radiography, with its capacity to quickly assess and diagnose injuries through imaging, supports timely interventions and surgical planning. The interdisciplinary collaboration among these fields ensures a comprehensive approach to disaster management, improving resilience and outcomes in mass-casualty incidents.
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