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Recommendations for Medical Need
| Event Classification | Recommendations |
|---|---|
| Major (total score > 5 or scores of 2 in two different categories) | Multiple ALS personnel, specialized equipment, physicians |
| Intermediate (total score > 3 but < 5 or score of 2 in any one category) | Two transport units with 1-3 ALS and 1-6 BLS providers |
| Minor (total score < 3) | Single transport vehicle with 1 ALS and 1 BLS provider |
ALS, advanced life support; BLS, basic life support.
Modified from reference 19.
