Tag Archives: Triage

START Triage Basics

Introduction to the basics of START Triage (Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment). START Triage is a system designed for emergency medical response in disasters where there are multiple victims. In this video Beth Beam, PhD, RN, covers the key concepts behind the process and what you should and, perhaps more importantly, should NOT be doing […]

Disaster Triage Nursing (Color Tag System & START Method) for Mass Casualty

Disaster triage nursing review about the color tag system and start method for mass casualties. Disaster triage is used during situations when there is a high volume of wounded individuals that must be grouped or ranked based on their health status to receive care. The reason for disaster triage is to help use treatment resources […]