A nurse has been assigned to an internal disaster drill team and is triaging clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse classify with a green tag?

Rationale: A. A client who has an open compound fracture of the humerus: A compound fracture involves broken bone protruding through the skin and carries a risk of infection and significant blood loss. This client requires urgent care and should be tagged yellow (delayed) or red (immediate) depending on other injuries. B. A client who has multiple facial lacerations: Facial lacerations that are not life-threatening can be treated after higher-acuity clients are stabilized. These clients are mobile, alert, and their injuries are minor, which qualifies them for a green tag (minimal, “walking wounded”). C. A client who has a puncture wound in the right lower lung: A puncture wound to the lung can compromise respiratory function and oxygenation. This is a life-threatening injury, requiring immediate intervention and a red tag. D. A client who has full-thickness burns over the lower extremities: Full-thickness burns compromise skin integrity and can lead to fluid loss, infection, and shock. This client needs urgent treatment and should be tagged red (immediate) or yellow (delayed) depending on the extent of burns and airway status.