A nurse is triaging victims following a disaster. Which of the following describes the action the nurse would take?
A) Allocation of treatment based on the victim's potential for survival
B) Assignment of tasks to the appropriate disaster response personnel
C) Determination of the level of disaster and agency involvement
D) Participation in community preparedness for the disaster response

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Allocation of treatment based on the victim's potential for survival is a key aspect of triage in disaster situations, where resources are limited and the goal is to save as many lives as possible.

A Nurse Is Triaging Victims Following a Disaster