You are on the scene of a mass-casualty incident in which the grandstand at a race track has collapsed.As the triage officer,you have encountered a 14-year-old male whose leg has been amputated above the knee.He is responsive to verbal stimuli,and he has an open airway,shallow rapid breathing,and a weak,rapid carotid pulse.This patient would be classified as a Priority ________ for treatment and transport.

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This patient would be classified as a Priority 1 for treatment and transport because he is in critical condition with an amputated limb, shallow rapid breathing, and weak, rapid carotid pulse. He requires immediate medical attention and should be transported to the hospital as soon as possible.

You Are on the Scene of a Mass-Casualty Incident in Which