Approximately 15 trucks and cars have been involved in a "chain-reaction" collision. You are the first ambulance on the scene and begin going from vehicle to vehicle to determine the type and severity of each injury. This would be an example of what kind of triage?

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This scenario describes the process of primary triage, where initial assessments are made to quickly determine the severity and priority of each injury in order to allocate appropriate resources and transport patients to the appropriate level of care. Secondary triage involves more thorough assessments and reassessments once patients have been stabilized and transported, while emergency and tertiary triage are specific to certain situations or levels of care.

Approximately 15 Trucks and Cars Have Been Involved in a "Chain-Reaction