Which of the following is NOT a criterion for emergency transfer according to policy 620?

In the context of emergency transfer criteria as outlined in policy 620, severe dehydration is not classified as a condition warranting immediate emergency transfer. This is because while severe dehydration can lead to serious health complications, it does not typically present the same immediate life-threatening risks associated with other conditions in the list.

Conditions like a blood pressure of less than 90, which indicates potential shock, or a head injury with a blown pupil, which suggests intracranial pressure or severe brain injury, are critical scenarios that require rapid intervention and transfer. Similarly, penetrating thoracic trauma presents a direct threat to vital organs and requires immediate medical attention. Therefore, severe dehydration, though it can be serious, does not usually meet the urgent criteria set out for emergency transfer in this specific policy.