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Jin-Hong Chen, Jun Yang, Yu Yang
1Institute of Disaster Relief Medical Science of Chinese People's Armed Police Forces, Beijing 100039, China.
Chinese Medical Journal
|September 30, 2015
Summary
China
Area of Science:
- Disaster Medicine
- Emergency Medical Services
- Public Health Policy
Background:
- Mass casualty incident (MCI) primary triage (PT) methods are crucial for effective emergency response.
- China has developed various PT methods, but their technical characteristics and application require evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the technical characteristics and application of mass casualty incident (MCI) primary triage (PT) methods used in China.
Main Methods:
- Searched Chinese and English literature databases (CNKI, PubMed) from 1950 to June 2014.
- Included studies on MCI in China, PT methods, guidelines, and the carding PT method's application.
- Reviewed government and health commission websites for relevant information.
Main Results:
- 22 articles met inclusion criteria, detailing 19 types of MCI PT methods reported in China (1950-2014).
- Most methods are designed for earthquake relief, with unclear classification and practical operability issues.
- Lack of specific triage methods for children and special populations, and limited evidence-based approaches.
Conclusions:
- Current Chinese MCI PT criteria need revision for clarity, practicality, and efficiency.
- Development of evidence-based triage methods for diverse populations is essential.
- Enhancing PT methods will improve emergency response during mass casualty incidents.
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