During triage at a chemical incident, an injured person is breathing but has respiratory distress and secretions after exposure. According to chemical casualty triage guidelines, how should this patient be categorized?
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Correct answer: Red (immediate)
In chemical exposures, victims with respiratory distress, secretions, or assisted breathing needed are categorized as immediate priority.
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