If a report involves a Sick or Injured Person, what is the default code?

• A. Homicide
• B. Suspicious Situation
• C. Sick or Injured Person
• D. See Person for Info

Answer: (C)

When a report involves someone who is sick or injured, the priority is to get medical help on the scene as quickly as possible. Using the Sick or Injured Person code signals an immediate medical response and activates EMS coordination, which is the fastest way to get the necessary care for the person involved. This code also helps officers plan the approach and safety precautions around a medical emergency. Other codes fit different situations: Homicide is for deaths under investigation, Suspicious Situation covers potential threats or uncertainty about safety, and See Person for Info is used for non-emergency information. So for a medical situation, the Sick or Injured Person code is the appropriate default.