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Establishing PrioritiesMOC
Question
During a mass casualty incident, which client should be assigned a delayed priority rather than immediate care?
1A client with uncontrolled arterial bleeding
2A client with airway obstruction and cyanosis
3A client with a closed forearm fracture and stable vital signs✓ Correct answer
4A client with severe respiratory distress after smoke inhalation
Explanation
In disaster triage, clients with stable vital signs and non-life-threatening injuries can usually wait for delayed care. Airway obstruction, uncontrolled arterial bleeding, and severe respiratory distress require immediate intervention. The goal is to do the greatest good for the greatest number.