When should a casualty be evacuated from the field?

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When should a casualty be evacuated from the field?

Deciding when to evacuate is about whether life-threatening problems can be controlled on the spot or whether the casualty needs care beyond what you can provide in the field. If essential life-threatening conditions cannot be fully managed with the on-site measures you have, or they require advanced care, you should evacuate promptly to get to appropriate medical services. This isn’t about thirst, availability of transport, or a fixed time—it's about the level of care the casualty needs now and ensuring they don’t deteriorate.

Deciding when to evacuate is about whether life-threatening problems can be controlled on the spot or whether the casualty needs care beyond what you can provide in the field. If essential life-threatening conditions cannot be fully managed with the on-site measures you have, or they require advanced care, you should evacuate promptly to get to appropriate medical services. This isn’t about thirst, availability of transport, or a fixed time—it's about the level of care the casualty needs now and ensuring they don’t deteriorate.

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