To mark World Trauma Day, we are excited to announce the release of the Landscaping Risk in Medical Emergencies first resources. This collaborative research effort offers an in-depth analysis of how trauma teams manage risks and make critical decisions for medical emergency dispatch. The study provides new insights into the decision-making processes, communication strategies, and collaborative practices essential for delivering effective care under time-sensitive contexts.

The project examines the strategies employed by trauma teams as they negotiate risk and the level of resource required for providing fast and efficient care to those who need it the most. By analysing real-world data and practices, the research identifies consistent patterns in how teams assess, manage, and respond to risk while ensuring the provision of life-saving care. The findings have been translated into resources aimed at informing training programmes, contributing to emergency protocols, and guiding policy development within trauma and critical care sectors.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration in Advancing Trauma Care

This pioneering project integrates academic expertise from sociolinguistics with the practical experience of frontline emergency care providers, resulting in a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach. The collaboration has led to resources specifically designed to support healthcare professionals and inform policymakers. These tools are now available to aid trauma teams and emergency workers in enhancing their practices, underscoring our commitment to advancing trauma care as we observe World Trauma Day.

The outcomes and resources from the Landscaping Risk in Medical Emergencies study are now publicly accessible.The accompanying booklet, informed by sociolinguistic research, offers an innovative framework for improving communication and decision-making strategies within emergency care teams. In recognition of Trauma Day, we have created an animation to spread awareness on how critical care teams save lives daily.

The project is funded by Health Care Research Wales (HCRW).