Clinicians Who Responded to Recent Mass Shootings Release Recommendations for Effective Healthcare Response

Key Takeaways

  • Recommendations developed during a consensus conference can help healthcare facilities and communities be ready to respond if a mass shooting occurs nearby.
  • A modified triage plan specific to mass shootings may help get patients to the right care as quickly as possible.
  • Prehospital care, such as STOP THE BLEED®, can help save a life by stemming blood loss before arriving at a hospital for treatment.
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