In using the Simple Triage and Rapid Transport (START) system of triage, which one of the following patients should have a yellow tag applied before being moved to the treatment area?
a. A male with a respiratory rate of 8, no radial pulse, and unresponsive mental status
b. A female with a respiratory rate of 22 and a palpable radial pulse who squeezes your fingers when instructed to do so
c. A female with agonal respirations, no radial pulse, and unresponsive mental status
d. A male with a respiratory rate of 40 and a palpable radial pulse who squeezes your fingers when instructed to do so
Answer: b
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