Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #1611 (Set 50)

Where there are multiple accident victims, which type of injury should be the first to receive emergency treatment?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Severe shock

Severe shock is life-threatening because it deprives vital organs of adequate perfusion. When managing multiple victims after immediate airway concerns, treating severe shock takes precedence over localized injuries like isolated fractures, minor burns, or eye trauma.

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