Utilizing the simple triage and rapid transport (START) system, in what order should the nurse prioritize the following patients?
A) A 67-year-old male complaining of chest pain. His heart rate is 120 beats/minute, his blood pressure is 100/68 mmHg, and his respiratory rate is 20 breaths/min. Choice
B) A 27-year-old woman presenting with a respiratory rate of 36 breaths/min and capillary refill of 4 seconds. Choice
C) A 58-year-old woman who is able to walk on her own and states over and over, "I don't know what happened." Choice
D) A 30-year-old male with a collapsed airway and multiple chest trauma. He does not have a palpable carotid pulse and the nurse is unable to assess respiratory movement.
E) non of the above.
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