### MINIMAL

Casualties in this category are often referred as the “walking wounded.” Although these patients may appear to be in bad shape at first, it is their physiologic state that tells the true story. Casualties who fit into the minimal category may not present themselves until late in the triage process.

### EXPECTANT

Casualties in this category have wounds that are so extensive, that even if they were the sole casualty and had the benefit of optimal medical resources, their survival would be highly unlikely. Even so, expectant casualties should not be neglected. They should receive comfort measures and pain medication if possible, and they deserve re-triage as appropriate.