Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Simulated
A nurse is conducting a disaster preparedness drill with a group of nurses who are orienting to the facility. Which of the following triage tag colors should the nurse instruct the group to apply to a client who has full thickness burns on 72% of his body?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: Red. Full thickness burns on 72% of the body indicate severe injury requiring immediate life-saving intervention. Red tags are used for patients with life-threatening injuries who require immediate treatment. Using a red tag will ensure that the patient receives prompt and appropriate care. Green (A) is for minor injuries, Yellow (B) is for delayed treatment, and Black (C) is for deceased or non-salvageable patients.