Verbal Test Question 87 – Elective Surgery Waiting Times

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Read the passage and decide whether the statement is True, False or Cannot Say. Use only the information provided.

Passage

The median waiting time for elective surgery fell from 18 weeks to 16 weeks during the quarter. The number of patients waiting more than 52 weeks rose from 420 to 470. The total waiting list also increased because more referrals were received than treatments completed. The health board has added weekend operating sessions for the next quarter.

Statement

Waiting-time performance improved for every group of patients during the quarter.

Answer options

  • True
  • False
  • Cannot Say
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Correct answer: False

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