Which casualty is loaded last so they will be unloaded first?

• A. Most seriously injured patient
• B. Least injured patient
• C. Ambulatory patient
• D. Patient with the fewest wounds

Answer: (A)

The idea being tested is how evacuation loading order affects who gets care first. In many transport systems, the casualty with the greatest need is unloaded first because loading and unloading often follow a reverse sequence. By loading the most seriously injured last, you ensure they are the first to be offloaded and receive urgent, life‑saving care as soon as the vehicle arrives.

So, the casualty who is most seriously injured is the best answer, since they require immediate attention and should be prioritized for rapid treatment. The least injured or ambulatory patients can wait longer and don’t need immediate intervention, which is why they aren’t unloaded first.