Failure to Arrange a Timely Medical Review

Although many health conditions are manageable by your local GP or specialist, some conditions require emergency medical care. People tend to present to the nearest public hospital if they feel very ill. Public hospital emergency departments are usually busy, and triage is one of the ways that emergency staff prioritise patient care and identify patients that require escalation of treatment. A registered nurse ordinarily does triage. The nurse assesses the patient and takes note of their presenting symptoms and complaints. The nurse then determines the urgency of the situation. Often, a blood test is performed, and a cannula is inserted. Medication is also given if the patient is in pain. The patient then returns to the waiting room and awaits medical review.

Triage is critical as it enables hospital staff to determine how quickly a patient receives medical care and treatment. Unfortunately, serious signs and symptoms can be missed during triage if the assessment is not thorough and if adequate information is not obtained from the patient at that time. This results in a failure to appreciate the seriousness of the patient’s condition, and the patient could wait for several hours to be reviewed by a doctor. The patient could deteriorate during that time, and the deterioration could be silent until the patient is visibly in a critical state and requires immediate medical intervention to save the patient’s life. Sadly, the delay in receiving medical care can result in catastrophic injury to a patient and, in some cases, even death.

Suppose you or a loved one sustained an injury due to an unreasonable delay in receiving medical treatment after attending your local hospital’s emergency department. In that case, you may be entitled to compensation that will enable you to pay for medical expenses and other services that you may need. Contact the specialist medical negligence solicitors at Garling and Co. Lawyers to better understand your legal rights to compensation.

Types of Claims:

• Delayed diagnosis compensation
• Misdiagnosis
• Prescription of the wrong medication 
• Failure to provide or arrange treatment 
• Failure to follow up or act upon test results 
• Failure to organise testing 
• Failure to adequately examine

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Navigating medical negligence claims can be complex within compensation law. Our skilled medical negligence lawyers, with over 20 years of experience, will guide you through the process. We’ll evaluate your case meticulously, explain intricacies, and ensure transparency before taking legal action. 

Take action today and secure the justice you deserve by contacting our experienced Hospital Negligence Lawyers. We have a deep understanding of medical negligence cases and will fight tirelessly on your behalf. Let us guide you through the legal process and work towards obtaining the compensation you are entitled to. Fill out our Confidential Case Assessment form for a free evaluation, without any obligation. Expect a response within 24 hours.