Biomedical Engineering Reference
In-Depth Information
the need to develop and plan for the possible imple-
mentation of altered standards of care in response
to a mass-casualty event. Chapter G.3 then outlines
a framework and set of principles that can guide the
development of strategies for adjusting the manner
in which health and medical care is delivered in
a mass-casualty event to maximize the number of
lives saved. Chapter G.4 identifies an important
set of related issues that must be addressed if
these strategies are to be as effective as possible
in achieving their goal. And, finally, Chapter G.5
presents the experts' recommendations concerning
the action steps to be taken to help States, commu-
nities, health systems, and providers to be prepared
to respond to a mass-casualty event in ways that
save as many lives as possible.
