START stands for which of the following?

• A. Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment
• B. Systematic Triage and Rapid Transport
• C. Standard Triage and Rapid Triage
• D. Swift Triage and Rapid Treatment

Answer: (A)

START stands for Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment. This on-scene method is used in mass casualty incidents to quickly sort patients by urgency so resources can be focused where they’ll save the most lives. Simple means the process is fast and uncomplicated, triage is the act of determining priorities, rapid emphasizes speed in identifying who needs immediate help, and treatment signifies initiating life-saving care right away. The other options mix different words that don’t reflect the established name of this triage approach.