Breach of Duty of Care and Negligence in Healthcare Settings

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What was the frequency of checking on Patient A required by the level 3 observation?

Every 30 minutes

What did the nurses do instead of checking on Patient A?

They fabricated records and declared he was 'settled' or 'sleeping'

What was the goal of the level 3 observation in Patient A's case?

To safeguard his safety

What did Watkins' actions demonstrate?

A blatant disregard for patient safety

Why did the nurses have a legal duty of care to monitor Patient A's safety?

Because of his mental illness and suicidal thoughts

What was the consequence of the nurses' actions?

Patient A received inadequate care

What was the direct cause of Patient A's tragic passing?

The nurse's failure to monitor him properly

What was the result of the Garden View Aged Care facility's actions regarding Terry Reeves' restraint?

It violated the patient's rights and dignity

According to the Gibbs Reflective Cycle, what is the first step in reflecting on the situation?

Description

What should restraints be used for in dementia care, according to the Restraint principles?

As a last resort

What was the family's agreement with the Garden View Aged Care facility regarding the use of restraints?

They agreed to the use of restraints for 1-2 hours at a time

What is one of the requirements of the Restraint principles that was not implemented for Terry Reeves?

Informed Consent

Explore a case where nurses are accused of breaching their duty of care and negligence in a healthcare setting. Discuss the rationale behind the argument. Delve into the specifics of patient observation levels and the risks involved.

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