Management of the Care of the Injured and Sick in Emergencies
Management of the Care of the Injured and Sick in Emergencies

Author(s): Katarina Štrbac, Brankica Pažun
Subject(s): Social Sciences
Published by: Udruženje ekonomista i menadžera Balkana
Keywords: Emergencies; Injured; Management
Summary/Abstract: Managing the care of the injured and sick in emergencies is critical to disaster and emergency preparedness. Effective management is essential to saving lives and minimizing suffering, whether it’s a natural disaster, a public health crisis, a mass casualty event, armed conflicts, or any other emergency. For every possible emergency, it is necessary to follow fundamental principles and steps: preparedness, assessment and triage, resource allocation, communication, evacuation and transportation, and coordination with other institutions. Effective management of the injured and sick care in emergencies requires careful planning, coordination, and adapting to rapidly changing situations. Collaboration among healthcare organizations, government agencies, and the community is crucial to ensure the best possible outcomes for those affected by emergencies. Coordinated activities in a society are vital to be prepared for emergencies, including developing emergency response plans on all levels. Management plays a crucial role in strengthening the resilience of communities and effective response to emergencies. The involvement of civil society, cooperation with the government and local self-governments, partnership with the private sector, identification of challenges and obstacles, and recommendations for improving the management system are critical factors for successful risk management. Due to the necessary time caring for sick and injured people, one possible solution could be modern information technology. This paper is trying to raise the importance of this issue.

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