Since its inception by the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma (ACS COT), ATLS has served as the gold standard for the "golden hour" of trauma care. The 11th Edition continues this legacy by refining the primary survey—Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, and Exposure (ABCDE)—to incorporate evidence-based updates that reflect modern clinical trials and technological advancements. These updates ensure that clinicians, regardless of their specialty, have a common language and methodology for treating life-threatening injuries under high-pressure conditions. Key Clinical Updates
Prioritizing balanced ratios of Plasma, Platelets, and Red Blood Cells (e.g., 1:1:1) or whole blood. 4. Updated Airway and Breathing Protocols atls 11th edition pdf