A triage system is a method used in emergency situations to prioritize patients based on the severity of their condition. This process helps medical professionals determine who needs immediate care and who can wait, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively. Triage is commonly used in hospitals, disaster response, and battlefield medicine. There are different types of triage systems, such as the START (Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment) method, which categorizes patients into groups based on their medical needs. This approach allows healthcare providers to quickly assess and manage multiple patients, ultimately improving outcomes in critical situations.