How is PET (KPI HSE) measured?

PET measures from the time of patient arrival at ED to their departure (admitted to a bed or discharged home). This data is captured in the ED source system.

PET KPI set by HSE in relation to PET/TEDT is: 

• 70% of patients within 6 hours
• 85% of patients within 9 hours
• 97% of patients within 24 hours. 

PET KPI specific for patients over 75 years of age is: 

• 95% within 6 hours
• 99% within 9 hours
• 99% within 24 hours.