CP17 Guidelines following the unexpected death of a SU
Category
Clinical Practice (Policies)
Code
CP17
Issue No
4
Target Audience
All clinical staff.
Purpose
To ensure a consistent, effective and sensitive approach to the unexpected death of any patient known to any of CWPs clinical services. Document describes the responsibilities of staff and managers following an unexpected death.
Origin
Lead Executive
Director of Nursing Therapies Patient Partnership
Document Author
Modern Matron AMH West
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Policy dates & history
Implementation Date
01 August 2013
Approval Meeting
Patient Safety and Effectiveness Sub Committee