During a mass-casualty incident, what common triage color indicates delayed treatment?

In the context of triage during a mass-casualty incident, the color yellow indeed indicates that a patient requires delayed treatment. This means that while the patient is not in immediate danger of dying, they do need medical attention that can wait until those with more severe injuries are treated first.

The triage system is designed to prioritize care based on the severity of injuries, and using colors helps responders quickly assess and manage multiple victims effectively. Yellow signifies an intermediate priority, allowing medical personnel to allocate their resources to those most critically in need while ensuring that those classified with yellow are still within the care spectrum and monitored until they can receive treatment.

Each triage color has a specific meaning: red is used for patients who require immediate attention (critical), green for those with minor injuries who can wait longer (walking wounded), and black for those who are deceased or have injuries so severe that they are not expected to survive. The classification of injuries ensures that the response is as efficient as possible, prioritizing those who have a chance of recovery with immediate medical intervention.