Sorting out triage in urban disasters.
In the prehospital phase of disaster management the concept of triage is confused, complicated and too often unrealistic. It is proposed that where triage or sorting is necessary it should be based on the observation of vital signs and not on injuries or suspected injuries. It is hoped that such a system, based on everyday practice and easily understood, will be seriously considered for adoption at the disaster site.
D004190:Disasters; D004632:Emergency Medical Services; D006801:Humans; D013019:South Africa; D014218:Triage; D014505:Urban Population