MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE PATIENT SAFETY

In Ireland, Patient Safety Indicators (PSIs) are measures used to track and monitor the quality of healthcare services with a focus on patient safety. These indicators are important for assessing the risk of preventable harm during hospital care and improving overall healthcare quality. PSIs can include data on incidents like healthcare associated infections, medication mistakes, surgical complications, and other adverse events. While specific PSIs align with global standards (such as those by the World Health Organisation or OECD), the Health Service Executive (HSE) and the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) play important roles in developing and overseeing these indicators.

PSIs used in Ireland include:

1. Hospital-Acquired Infections (HAIs)
2. Medication Safety
3. Surgical Complications
4. Falls and Pressure Ulcers
5. Mortality Rates from Preventable Conditions
6. Hospital Readmissions
7. Adverse Event Reporting
8. Safe Staffing Levels
9. Patient Experience and Satisfaction Surveys
10. Blood Transfusion Safety

For more detailed insights into how the Patient Safety Act 2023 impacts you and how Whelan Law can support you, please visit our Patient Safety Rights Legal Advice https://www.whelanlaw.ie/news/medical-negligence-and-patient-safety/