Medical Triage
/ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈtriːɑːʒ/
Definitions
- (n.) The process in legal and emergency contexts of prioritizing treatment or evacuation of individuals based on the severity of their medical condition.
The court recognized the importance of medical triage protocols during mass casualty events to prioritize care.
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- medical triage
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Commentary
In legal contexts, medical triage is significant in determining standard of care and liability during emergencies and disasters.
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