Abstract
Triage is essential in emergency care for prioritizing patients based on the severity of their condition. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, practice, and associated factors related to triage among nurses working in the emergency departments of three public tertiary care hospitals in Peshawar: Khyber Teaching Hospital, Hayatabad Medical Complex, and Lady Reading Hospital. A cross-sectional design was used, and data were collected from 100 nurses selected through convenient sampling, using a structured questionnaire. Knowledge was measured through topic-related questions, while practice was assessed through performance-based items. The findings will provide insight into the current understanding and application of triage protocols and support hospital administrations and policymakers in improving emergency care quality through targeted training and standardized guidelines.