Battlefield Triage
/ˈbætəlfiːld ˈtraɪɑːrdʒi/
Definitions
- (n.) The process of prioritizing medical treatment for the wounded in combat zones based on the severity of injury and likelihood of survival.
The military medic performed battlefield triage to ensure the most critically injured soldiers received immediate care.
Forms
- battlefield triage
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Commentary
Used primarily in military and emergency contexts, battlefield triage involves legal considerations regarding care standards and rules of engagement under the laws of armed conflict.
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