World Journal of
Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences

READINESS OF EMERGENCY DEPARTMENTS IN SAUDI GENERAL HOSPITALS: EVALUATING TRIAGE EFFICIENCY AND TRAUMA

Ashraf Baboor*, Norah A. Almokhiteyb, Rayan Jubeihi, Maryam A. Derar, Asseel A. Alsaqqaf, Amani Abdullah, Sumaya Al-Shahrani, Abdelgalil M. Fadl 

ABSTRACT

Background: Emergency Departments (EDs) are critical for managing trauma and life-threatening conditions, but
delays in triage and response can worsen outcomes. This study assesses the readiness of Saudi hospitals’ EDs
regarding triage efficiency and trauma response. Method: A retrospective observational study was conducted using
125 cases from governmental, private, and university-affiliated hospitals. Data included triage time, trauma
response time, staffing, equipment, and overcrowding. Statistical tests such as Pearson correlation, t-tests, and
ANOVA were applied. Results: Well-staffed and well-equipped hospitals showed significantly shorter triage and
response times. Trauma centers outperformed non-trauma centers, while overcrowding and night/weekend shifts
were linked to longer delays. Findings: Staffing levels and equipment availability were key determinants of ED
efficiency. Conclusion: Enhancing staffing, improving equipment availability, and expanding trauma centers are
essential steps toward improving emergency readiness and patient outcomes in Saudi hospitals, aligning with
national healthcare improvement goals.

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