EFMB Triage & Mass Casualty Management 2

Question 1

What is the most accurate definition of a mass casualty incident (MASCAL)?

Accepted Answer

A situation where casualties exceed available medical resources

Answer

A MASCAL is defined by the relationship between casualties and resources — it occurs whenever the number of patients overwhelms available medical support, regardless of absolute numbers.

Question 2

In the Army's 4-tier triage system, what does 'T2 — Delayed' indicate?

Accepted Answer

The patient's condition is stable enough that treatment can be safely delayed

Answer

T2 (Delayed/Yellow) patients have serious but stable injuries; delaying their treatment temporarily does not place them at immediate risk of death.

Question 3

Which guiding principle governs resource allocation during a mass casualty triage event?

Accepted Answer

Do the greatest good for the greatest number of patients

Answer

Mass casualty triage is guided by the utilitarian principle of doing the greatest good for the greatest number by allocating limited resources to maximize overall survival.

Question 4

What is the PRIMARY purpose of triage tags in a mass casualty incident?

Accepted Answer

To communicate triage category and initial treatment to subsequent providers

Answer

Triage tags serve as the communication link across the evacuation chain, conveying triage category, identified injuries, and interventions already performed.

Question 5

During a MASCAL, who is responsible for establishing and running the triage area when no physician is present?

Accepted Answer

The senior medical officer or medic on scene

Answer

The senior medical officer or medic on scene assumes triage authority until relieved by a higher-ranking medical professional.

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EFMB Triage & Mass Casualty Management 2