TD Peadar TóibÃn questions how many patients have died due to prolonged waits in hospital emergency departments, as new statistics reveal that average stay times have increased to over seven hours. This duration, measured by the HSE's patient experience time (PET), reflects the total time from registration to bed admission or discharge. The concern over growing wait times highlights a pressing need for systemic improvements to ensure patient safety and reduce the detrimental effects of delayed care in emergency services.
TD Peadar TóibÃn raised a crucial issue, questioning how many lives have been lost due to extended wait times in hospital emergency departments, highlighting a significant concern about patient safety.
Current data indicates that patients now spend an average of over seven hours in emergency departments, one hour longer than a decade ago, pointing to worsening conditions.
The HSE's measurement of patient experience time (PET) encompasses the full duration of a hospital visit, from registration in the emergency department to admission or discharge.
The article emphasizes the urgent need for strategies to address increasing wait times in emergency services, as they directly impact patient outcomes and safety.
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