THE ROLE OF THE NURSE IN MODERN PRINCIPLES OF ORGANIZING EMERGENCY CARE FOR PATIENTS

Abstract

Relevance of the research. Every day, seriously ill and injured individuals seek help worldwide. First-line providers offer care to children, adults, and the elderly in emergency medical, surgical, and obstetric situations, including trauma, infections, heart attacks, strokes, asthma, and acute pregnancy complications. The priority of an integrated approach to early detection of life-threatening conditions and those requiring resuscitation measures helps reduce the risk of death among patients. The WHO Emergency Care and Trauma Program aims to strengthen emergency care systems, which serve as the first point of contact with the healthcare system for many countries, and to promote the development of high-quality, timely emergency care accessible to everyone. Emergency medical care is a vital component of the healthcare system and often serves as the first point of contact for patients around the globe. Individuals may seek medical attention, especially in cases where logistical or financial barriers exist, when they experience symptoms of acute illness or injury. In most cases, the sick and injured turn to medical professionals, who are responsible for providing care to children and adults in medical, surgical, and obstetric emergencies, including trauma, infectious and non-infectious diseases, and pregnancy complications. Both prehospital and institutional acute care are highly effective and cost-efficient forms of secondary prevention. Moreover, disease monitoring in acute care settings is crucial for guiding primary prevention and emergency responses. WHO estimates that nearly half of deaths and over a third of disabilities in low- and middle-income countries can be prevented with effective emergency care. The World Health Assembly has urged Member States to prioritize the development of integrated emergency and trauma care systems. These services are a key component of universal health coverage. WHO strives to ensure universal access to emergency care for all. Nurses in emergency departments treat patients suffering from trauma or acute severe illnesses that require urgent care. As frontline responders, nurses and physicians must quickly assess the best course of action to maintain vital functions, stabilize patients, and alleviate pain.

Purpose of the study: To explore international standards and the role of nurses in organizing an effective emergency care system, determine the specific features of its operation, and examine the conditions of patients requiring emergency care.