CLEAN : London: hospitals slow down after cyber attack

The transcript describes a situation where a cyber attack disrupted computer access, complicating the process of locating a patient in intensive care. Staff had to rely on paper notes to manage care, highlighting the challenges faced but also their dedication to doing their best under difficult circumstances.

What was the immediate consequence of the cyber attack on the hospital's operations?

• Increased patient admissions

• Enhanced security measures

• Loss of computer access

• Improved patient care

Why was it difficult to find the patient in intensive care?

• The patient was in a different hospital

• The patient was in surgery

• The patient was discharged

• The computers were down

What method did the staff use to track patient information during the cyber attack?

• Digital records

• Mobile applications

• Verbal communication

• Paper notes

How did the cyber attack affect the hospital staff's ability to provide care?

• It made them more efficient

• It had no impact

• It improved their communication

• It created challenges but they managed

What was the staff's response to the challenges posed by the cyber attack?

• They stopped all operations

• They waited for the computers to be fixed

• They did their best to manage with available resources

• They transferred all patients to another hospital