March 3, 2026

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Medical procedures should focus on keeping servicemen alive and comfortable until hospital transfer is possible, as stated in the guidelines.
Emergency medical tags are expected to be used for effective communication of servicemen's needs in critical situations.
Medical supplies must be adequately maintained to address emergency needs, ensuring expedient care during naval operations.
Routine evacuations of servicemen should be conducted to minimize risks and ensure proper treatment when necessary.

Abstract

Document from Group Surgeon M. A. Swanson to all ships operating under Commander LST Group Thirteen in Flotilla Five outlining the guidelines for surgical treatments aboard ships. It emphasized that medical procedures should be limited to keeping the servicemen alive and comfortable until the servicemen could be taken to a hospital unless the situation is critical and loss of life is imminent. Also included are the expectations for emergency medical tags, medical supplies, and routine evacuations.

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