Which line in the 9-Line MEDEVAC format specifies the number and type of patients?

• A. Line 3
• B. Line 7
• C. Line 5
• D. Line 9

Answer: (C)

The line that communicates how many patients and what form they’re in is the one that tells the evac crew exactly what to expect in transport. It specifies the number of patients and whether they are litter patients or ambulatory, which is essential for figuring out loading needs, space, and how many medics or equipment are required. This detail directly informs how the aircraft will be prepared and staffed.

Other lines handle different critical details—where you’re picking up, how to contact the aircraft, any special equipment, and patient priority or security concerns—but they don’t convey the patient count and type.