<li>If the classification is inactive, it is not possible do use for data entry but it is visible in Search etc.</li>
<li>If the classification is selectable means that it is possible to choose it during Data Entry.</li>
By specifying if a node is selectable or not, each country set their own rules on how detailed data entry should be done. Each branch of the Assistance classification tree structure many be different.
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''In this example the user cannot be vague about which Assistance the victim received. According to the selectable rule set here in Assistance Classification, it is not possible to state that the victim received Emergency Assistance, nor Health care Assistance, nor First aid Assistance, the user must specify which subtype of First aid Assistance the victim received.''
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<li>Enter a description of the classification.</li>