Tell us what you want to know about crisis standards of care at Idaho hospitals

After weeks of warning that a crisis standards of care declaration was a strong possibility at Idaho hospitals because of surging COVID-19 cases, the Department of Health and Welfare announced that as of Thursday, Sept. 16, the standards would be in place statewide.

Crisis care standards mean hospitals must prioritize patients differently. Typically, a hospital prioritizes those who need medical attention most and treats them first. When crisis standards are activated, health care is given to patients who are most likely to survive.

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This story was originally published September 16, 2021 at 12:05 PM with the headline "Tell us what you want to know about crisis standards of care at Idaho hospitals."