Hospitals follow a systematic approach when treating car accident patients:
- Initial Assessment: Assess severity of injuries with tests - X-rays, CT scans.
Stabilization:
- Control life-threatening conditions (bleeding, fractures, breathing problems).
Treatment
- Surgeries, medications or therapy based on assessment outcomes.
Recovery
- Ensure a safe follow-up plan in hospital, or provide instructions for at-home care post-release.
Discharge and Aftercare
- Communicate follow up procedures, physical therapy ,medication schedules if any.
Hospitals collaborate cross- functionally ensure best care from doctors nurses, surgeons and specialist if required by case complexity.
