THE TRAUMA TEAM IN PRACTICE - KRZYSZTOF KARWAN

The book "The Trauma Team in Practice" by Krzysztof Karwan is an invaluable source of knowledge for all medical professionals involved in the care of patients after injuries. Based on extensive experience and research, the authors present a comprehensive guide to the organization and functioning of an effective trauma team. This publication is a collection of practical tips that can be applied both in highly specialized centers and in district hospitals, making it extremely versatile and useful in various work environments.

• Team organization: Practical tips for creating and managing a trauma team.
• Patient safety: Strategies to minimize the risk of complications and adverse events.
• Working under stress: Methods for coping with crisis situations and changing conditions.
• Debriefing: Lean management analysis tools to monitor and improve the quality of care.
• Team interactions: Analysis of the dynamics of teamwork and communication in the hospital environment.
• Risk reduction: Effective methods to prevent complications and adverse events.
• For various specialists: Addressed to doctors of various specialties, paramedics and emergency room staff.

This book is not only a theoretical study, but above all a practical guide that will help in the daily work of trauma teams. The authors focus on issues of patient safety, reducing the risk of complications and adverse events, as well as teamwork in situations of great stress and changing conditions. The issue of debriefing and lean management analysis tools, which are a simple, accessible and yet effective way to monitor and improve the quality of medical services provided, is also discussed.

The publication is addressed to a wide audience - from people working in hospital emergency departments and trauma centers, to surgeons, anesthesiologists, orthopedists and doctors of other specialties, such as neurosurgeons and radiologists, who cooperate with trauma teams. It is also a valuable read for paramedics who are often the first to come into contact with patients after injuries and play a key role in their initial stabilization and transport to the hospital.

Based on their own experiences and observations, the authors of the book present proven methods and techniques that can be implemented in any work environment. Thanks to this, regardless of the available resources and conditions, it is possible to organize an efficient and effective trauma team that will be able to provide patients with the highest quality of care and increase their chances of recovery. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to improve their skills and knowledge in the field of trauma medicine.

The book, published by PZWL, has 430 pages in 235x150 mm format and a paperback cover. The year of publication is 2019.