Which triage class is the highest priority with life-threatening injuries?

• A. Class 1
• B. Class 2
• C. Class 3
• D. Class 4

Answer: (A)

In triage, the most important goal is to save the greatest number of lives by giving attention to those who need urgent intervention now. The highest priority goes to patients whose injuries are life-threatening but survivable with immediate care. These individuals require rapid assessment and life-saving actions (such as securing the airway, supporting breathing, controlling major bleeding, and preparing for rapid transport) right away. Delaying their care increases the chance of death within minutes, so they are treated first. The other categories cover injuries that can wait a bit, are minor, or are unlikely to survive even with intervention, which is why they fall lower on the priority list.