A multiple-casualty incident (MCI) is defined as:
a. any event that places an excessive demand on rescue personnel and equipment.
b. any event in which the number of patients requiring care is greater than 10.
c. any event that requires the medical director to leave the hospital and direct activities on scene.
d. any event in which five or more people are injured and require transport to different hospitals.
Answer: a
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