Vol. 461 No. 3
42 Mr. Clohessy asked the Minister for Health the degree to which male and female patients are accommodated in mixed hospital wards excluding emergencies and coronary care; if he approves of such a practice; the measures, if any, he proposes to take to ensure that the practice is discontinued; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2731/96]
Limerick East): In the interests of ensuring that the privacy and dignity of patients, both male and female, are respected, I would of course be concerned at any mixing of patients, outside the areas to which the Deputy has referred and some other specialised units such as intensive care units.
I am at present carrying out a review of mixed wards in each health board area and I will assess the position when the review is completed.
