How is a yellow tag prioritized during triage?

A yellow tag indicates that a patient is stable but requires medical care soon. In the triage system, this color designation is used for patients who are not in immediate danger of dying but have injuries or conditions that need to be addressed in a timely manner to prevent deterioration.

In a mass casualty situation, the triage process helps prioritize patients based on the severity of their conditions. Patients tagged yellow are typically those who can wait a bit longer than those tagged red (who need immediate care) but still need care relatively soon. This prioritization helps ensure that medical resources are allocated efficiently, focusing first on the most critical patients while still recognizing the urgent needs of those categorized as yellow.