Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) is a comprehensive and practical guide for emergency responders delivering trauma care in the prehospital environment. Focused on the assessment and management of critically injured patients, this book covers trauma pathophysiology, rapid patient evaluation, airway and hemorrhage control, shock management, spinal care, burns, head and thoracic injuries, and extrication principles. With evidence-based algorithms, tactical decision-making models, and real-world trauma scenarios, it equips providers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to deliver fast, effective, and life-saving care in high-stress situations.