triage
/ˈtriː.ɑːʒ/
Definition
The systematic process of assessing patients to determine the urgency of their medical needs and prioritize their order of treatment.
Etymology
The word is derived from the French verb 'trier,' meaning 'to sort' or 'to select.' It originated in a military context to describe the procedure of sorting wounded soldiers into groups based on the severity of their injuries.
In the news
In this article, hospitals are required to establish evidence-based triage policies to ensure pediatric emergency patients receive care prioritized by clinical urgency. This is a critical component of new standards designed to improve pediatric readiness in emergency departments across Florida.
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