According to the MUCC (Model Uniform Core Criteria), what should mass casualty triage systems do?
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Correct answer: Be consistent across jurisdictions with standardized core criteria
The MUCC provides a set of core criteria to standardize mass casualty triage across systems to improve consistency and interoperability.
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