You and your partner are first on the scene of a bleacher collapse at a local raceway. As you exit the ambulance, you note several patients seated throughout the debris from the seats. In this situation, which action would you perform first?

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The first step in any mass-casualty incident is to determine the number of patients involved. This will allow you to assess the size of the incident and request additional resources as needed. Once you have a count of the number of patients, you can then begin to triage and prioritize care based on the severity of injuries. Waiting for additional units to arrive or notifying hospitals can be done simultaneously, but determining the number of patients should be the first priority.

You and Your Partner Are First on the Scene of a Bleacher