During a mass casualty incident, which nursing actions should be included in the triage process?

In the triage process during a mass casualty incident, the primary focus is on quickly assessing and prioritizing patients based on the severity of their conditions to ensure that those who need immediate care receive it first. Treatment and stabilization are critical components of this process, as they address the life-threatening injuries or conditions that may require urgent medical intervention.

Nurses involved in triage must quickly determine the status of each patient and make decisions on who to treat first based on established protocols. This might include administering emergency interventions, providing lifesaving measures, and preparing patients for transport to medical facilities. The goal is to maximize the number of survivors by effectively managing limited resources and time in a high-stress environment.

Rehabilitation, administrative duties, and patient education are important aspects of nursing care but are not prioritized during the initial triage process. These actions typically come into play after the immediate needs of patients have been addressed, which is why they are not suitable for inclusion in the triage actions during a mass casualty incident.