Multi Casualty Incidents Flashcards
What is a Multi Casualty Incident (MCI)?
A situation where local resources are stretched (most likely overloaded)
The goal is to efficiently categorize and transport patients through a unified incident command.
What is the first major responsibility during an MCI?
Your safety.
What is the second major responsibility during an MCI?
Call for help.
Name the roles/responsibilities in MCI management.
- Incident Command
- Triage
- Extrication/Pt. Recovery
- Treatment
- Staging Officer
- Transportation Officer
- Support/Supply
What is the role of the Incident Command?
The leader who coordinates all sectors and guides communication pathways.
What does Triage determine?
Who is a priority based on the severity of injuries.
What are the triage categories?
- Black
- Green
- Yellow
- Red
What is the main task of the Extrication/Pt. Recovery officer?
Retrieve patients from the incident zone and bring them to appropriate Triage/Treatment zones.
What does the Treatment Officer do?
Guides/directs incoming resources and creates a Staging Area.
What is the responsibility of the Staging Officer?
Divides outgoing patients and directs ambulances/helicopters to specific hospitals.
What does the Transport Officer coordinate?
Coordinates with the Transport, Staging, and Treatment Officers.
What systems are assessed by the Support Officer?
- Respiratory System
- Circulatory System
- Neurological System
What are the different models of triage mentioned?
- START
- CTAS
- FAST
- RPM
Why is debriefing vital after a large incident?
To address potential problems such as addictions, destructive behavior, violence, and suicide.
Fill in the blank: MCI planning is not treatment focused, it is _______.
[resource focused].
