In mass casualty triage, what does a Black tag indicate?

• A. Deceased
• B. Needs immediate intervention
• C. Minor injuries
• D. Likely to survive

Answer: (A)

In mass casualty triage, color-coded tags quickly signal how likely a patient is to benefit from immediate care. A Black tag means the person is deceased or not expected to survive with the resources available at the scene. This helps responders focus life-saving efforts on those who can still be saved. Other colors mark different priorities, with red for immediate intervention, yellow for delayed care, and green for minor injuries.