The nurse is planning the coding for a triage disaster plan. Which colors should the nurse use for this plan?
Select all that apply.
1. white
2. red
3. yellow
4. black
5. green
Correct Answer: 2,3,4,5
The four basic colors used in triage systems are red, yellow, green, and black. Red is considered critical, yellow is stable but still needs attention at a hospital, green indicates minor injuries, and black represents a victim who has died or is unlikely to survive. The color white is not used in triage systems.
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