Sebastian Nottage

“There is no clear guidance in place in relation to the timeframe for the full completion of the 'Seven-day short stay booklet for admission/discharge' and the steps to take if the booklet has not been fully completed on the day of admission to the unit. The Coroner considers that further guidance and/or training on this matter may be required.”

“There is no clear guidance in place in relation to the manner in which the 'Seven-day short stay booklet for admission/discharge' ought to be completed, and particularly whether it is permissible to rely on information recorded in the Emergency Department without checking it directly with the patient. The Coroner considers that further guidance and/or training on this matter may be required.”