What does a yellow triage tag signify for a patient at a multiple-casualty incident?

A yellow triage tag during a multiple-casualty incident indicates that the patient’s treatment could be delayed. This classification is part of a triage system designed to prioritize care based on the severity of injuries and the immediacy of treatment required.

Patients tagged with yellow are typically those who are stable, have serious but not life-threatening injuries, and do not require immediate medical attention to survive. This allows responders to focus on those who need urgent care, such as patients with critical injuries denoted by a red tag, while still ensuring that yellow-tagged patients receive necessary treatment in due time.

In contrast, other tags serve different purposes, such as the red tag for immediate treatment, the black tag for deceased individuals, and the green tag for patients with minimal injuries. Understanding this system is crucial in effectively managing care during a large-scale emergency when resources may be limited.