Ambulance Ramping Inquest Begins in Adelaide
An inquest into three unrelated deaths of South Australians affected by ambulance ramping has commenced in Adelaide. The inquest will examine the circumstances surrounding the deaths of Anna Vincenza Panella, Bernard Anthony Skeffington, and Graham Henry Jessett, who all died after waiting for extended periods outside emergency departments.
Deputy State Coroner Ian White is leading the inquest, which is expected to last for two weeks. Counsel assisting the coroner, Darren Evans, outlined the key issues that will be investigated, including the role of ambulance ramping, emergency department circumstances and decisions, and the effectiveness of the Australasian Triage Scale.
The inquest will hear evidence from paramedics, triage nurses, doctors, and representatives from SA Health. The aim is to understand the factors that contributed to these tragic deaths and to identify potential improvements to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The inquest focuses on three deaths linked to ambulance ramping.
The deceased waited for hours outside emergency departments before receiving treatment.
The inquest will examine emergency department conditions, triage protocols, and SA Health's efforts to address ramping.
Multiple witnesses, including medical professionals, are expected to testify.
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