Triage is the key stage where NHS staff assess the urgency of a patient’s case so that those with serious conditions can be quickly seen.
The SNP Government has been urged to "end the anxious wait" for emergency care after at least 69,000 Scots waited more than an hour to be assessed in A&E.
"Scottish Labour will invest in frontline services to reduce NHS waiting times and ensure patients get the treatment they need." "The figures obtained via this FOI are concerning. During an extended wait for assessment it is possible that people’s conditions may deteriorate; they can be left in pain or feeling unwell - and in some cases those who need medical attention can become frustrated and leave, potentially leading to more serious issues later.
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