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Learn the meaning and usage of hospital emergency codes, such as code blue for cardiac arrest, code red for fire, and code yellow for missing patient. Compare the codes across different countries and regions, such as Australia, Canada, and the UK.
Learn how different countries and agencies use predefined systems to describe the priority and response assigned to calls for service. Compare the codes and methods used by emergency services in the United States, the United Kingdom, and other jurisdictions.
HICS is an incident command system designed for hospitals in the US to manage emergency and non-emergency situations. It is based on the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and has a clear chain of command, logistical and administrative support, and a hospital emergency operations plan.
Triage is a process of prioritizing medical care for injured or ill people based on their condition and resources. Learn about the origin, concepts, systems and applications of triage in different contexts, such as mass casualty incidents, reverse triage and COVID-19.
The Emergency Severity Index (ESI) is a five-level triage algorithm for emergency department patients based on their acuity and resource needs. Learn about the ESI levels, decision points, application, and research.
A mass casualty incident (MCI) is an incident where emergency medical services are overwhelmed by the number and severity of casualties. A major disaster is a MCI that involves a large-scale emergency, such as a terrorist attack, a natural disaster, or a transportation accident.
The four story original clinic building, the site of so much disaster, though literally overshadowed by many newer surrounding hospital and research facilities, still stands. Under the current (as of 2022) CCF naming system it is designated building "T." [12] The building's lobby contains a small exhibit memorializing the 1929 fire.
A triage tag is a tool used by first responders and medical personnel to evaluate and treat victims of mass casualty incidents. Learn about the history, sections, colors, and types of triage tags, and see how they are used in different countries and scenarios.