Edwin Thompson

1. 1. inadequate medical response to cardiac symptoms

   “A The seeking of medical advice and assistance. There is a need to draft and disseminate to all care staff a clear, simple and concise directive to care home staff to seek medical advice or assistance in respect of residents presenting with pain, particularly of a cardiac nature without delay. Staff with no medical qualification must not seek to speculate as to possible causes of symptoms and should not seek to medicate ( unless otherwise previously prescribed by a Medical Practitioner) or”

2. 2. inadequate staff training

   “Training in the practices and protocols within the establishment should be formalised, regularised and directed as a personalised package to all staff. It should be the subject of planned periodic review and revision throughout the year and an integral part of the established annual appraisal of staff members and their performance.”

3. 3. inadequate incident recording

   “The accurate recording of incidents affecting the care and management of residents is an essential tool in keeping staff informed of the needs of residents in order that the staff can be better able to react respond and plan for the essential needs of residents.”

No published response was found on judiciary.uk.