DAVID CRAIG KERR · Prevention of Future Deaths report

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Issued 22 Apr 2020•Manchester South

Published report and response evidence

This report’s concerns and statements found in recipients’ published responses. Statements are included even where no link to an individual concern is recorded. A link shows an evidence connection; it does not assign responsibility.

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Concerns
4

Raised in this report

Recipients
1

Named on the report

Responses found
1

Of 1 recipient

Stated actions
13

Described in responses

Recipients and published responses

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Concerns and recipient responses

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Concerns raised4

  1. Failure to perform clinical observations at appropriate frequency for sick patients
    Part of recurring concern: Unreliable patient observation arrangements
  2. Inadequate provision of fluids to seriously unwell patients
    Part of recurring concern: Failure to provide clinically required fluids
  3. Failure to produce a protocol for the frequency of observations in sick patients
    Part of recurring concern: Unreliable patient observation arrangements

Stated actions An action is something a recipient says it has done, is doing, or plans to do in response to a concern raised.13

  1. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    Deliver ward training on timely and accurate fluid-balance recording.

  2. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    Produce daily NEWS2 reports for Matrons and Ward Managers and review whether appropriate action has been taken.

  3. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    Reinforce accurate fluid-balance review and investigation of alternative causes of hypotension.

  4. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    Roll out a Trust-wide fundamental-care framework containing common nutrition and hydration standards.

  5. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    Address consistent individual failings through formal recording and appropriate action.

  6. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    Speak to staff involved and remind them to record and escalate observations appropriately and promptly.

  7. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    Speak to staff involved and remind them to record fluid balances accurately.

  8. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    Audit ward fluid-balance recording daily, provide feedback, and obtain external peer reviews for objectivity.

  9. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    Deliver ward training on observation recording and escalation under Trust policies and procedures.

  10. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    Act on specialist advice or arrange consultant-to-consultant discussion to ensure timely treatment.

  11. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    Carry out a Trust-wide quality-improvement project covering hydration and nutrition using recognised improvement methodology.

  12. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    Improve weekend and bank-holiday clinical handovers.

  13. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    Implement an action plan addressing identified Ward D2 improvement areas.

Respondent positions A position is what a recipient says about a concern when it does not describe a specific action.3

  1. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    The patient’s care was stable post-operatively, and the response does not accept that poor ward care probably contributed to his death.

    Disputes the concernThe respondent disagreed with part of the concern or the basis for it.
  2. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    The records showed positive, though declining, fluid balance, so the response disputes that the patient became increasingly dehydrated.

    Disputes the concernThe respondent disagreed with part of the concern or the basis for it.
  3. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

    Weekend and bank-holiday on-call medical cover was considered sufficient, with intervention provided when the patient required it.

    Existing arrangements considered sufficientThe respondent said that existing arrangements were sufficient, so no further action was needed.

Source evidence

How this individual concern was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. Response links show a clear evidence connection; they do not assign responsibility.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Failure to perform clinical observations at appropriate frequency for sick patients

Wider context from the report

“(3) There were few clinical observations on this sick patient. On 26th April, clinical observations were performed at 11.12 (MEWS 1) and 21.06 (MEWS 0). There were no clinical observations thereafter. No protocol was produced regarding the frequency of observations in sick patients on Ward D2. ”

Is this part of a recurring concern?

Yes — Unreliable patient observation arrangements.

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Source evidence

How this individual concern was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. Response links show a clear evidence connection; they do not assign responsibility.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Inadequate provision of fluids to seriously unwell patients

Wider context from the report

“(2) Between 24th and 26th April DK was allowed to become increasingly dehydrated; on 24th April he received a total of 300mls of fluid and the input/output chart was not filled in on 25th/26th April, despite the fact that he was seriously unwell. ”

Is this part of a recurring concern?

Yes — Failure to provide clinically required fluids.

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Source evidence

How this individual concern was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. Response links show a clear evidence connection; they do not assign responsibility.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Failure to produce a protocol for the frequency of observations in sick patients

Wider context from the report

“(3) There were few clinical observations on this sick patient. On 26th April, clinical observations were performed at 11.12 (MEWS 1) and 21.06 (MEWS 0). There were no clinical observations thereafter. No protocol was produced regarding the frequency of observations in sick patients on Ward D2. ”

Is this part of a recurring concern?

Yes — Unreliable patient observation arrangements.

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Source evidence

How this individual concern was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. Response links show a clear evidence connection; they do not assign responsibility.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Failure to complete input/output charts for seriously unwell patients

Wider context from the report

“(2) Between 24th and 26th April DK was allowed to become increasingly dehydrated; on 24th April he received a total of 300mls of fluid and the input/output chart was not filled in on 25th/26th April, despite the fact that he was seriously unwell. ”

Is this part of a recurring concern?

Yes — Unreliable recording of fluid balance information.

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Deliver ward training on timely and accurate fluid-balance recording.

Verbatim wording from the response

“In order to ensure compliance with best practice standards in Ward D2, the following actions are being taken:”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
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Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Produce daily NEWS2 reports for Matrons and Ward Managers and review whether appropriate action has been taken.

Verbatim wording from the response

“• EWS daily reports are produced and sent via email to Matrons and Ward Managers with details for each area of patients who have scored on the NEWS2 which is reviewed to ensure appropriate action has been taken.”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
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Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Reinforce accurate fluid-balance review and investigation of alternative causes of hypotension.

Verbatim wording from the response

“We have discussed his case with consultants across all clinical business groups and agreed the following Trust wide actions:”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
Page 2 · response
Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Roll out a Trust-wide fundamental-care framework containing common nutrition and hydration standards.

Verbatim wording from the response

“In addition, to ensure that learning is applied across the organisation, we have started the roll-out of a fundamental care framework across the Trust which includes common best practice standards for the management of nutrition and hydration.”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
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Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Address consistent individual failings through formal recording and appropriate action.

Verbatim wording from the response

“• Consistent individual failings will be addressed with the individual concerned, recorded in their personal file and appropriate actions taken.”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
Page 2 · response
Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Speak to staff involved and remind them to record and escalate observations appropriately and promptly.

Verbatim wording from the response

“In order to ensure compliance with best practice standards in Ward D2, the following actions are being taken:”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
Page 3 · response
Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Speak to staff involved and remind them to record fluid balances accurately.

Verbatim wording from the response

“In order to ensure compliance with best practice standards in Ward D2, the following actions are being taken:”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
Page 2 · response
Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Audit ward fluid-balance recording daily, provide feedback, and obtain external peer reviews for objectivity.

Verbatim wording from the response

“In order to ensure compliance with best practice standards in Ward D2, the following actions are being taken:”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
Page 2 · response
Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Deliver ward training on observation recording and escalation under Trust policies and procedures.

Verbatim wording from the response

“In order to ensure compliance with best practice standards in Ward D2, the following actions are being taken:”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
Page 3 · response
Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Act on specialist advice or arrange consultant-to-consultant discussion to ensure timely treatment.

Verbatim wording from the response

“We have discussed his case with consultants across all clinical business groups and agreed the following Trust wide actions:”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
Page 2 · response
Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Carry out a Trust-wide quality-improvement project covering hydration and nutrition using recognised improvement methodology.

Verbatim wording from the response

“In addition, to ensure that learning is applied across the organisation, we have embarked on a Quality Improvement Project focussed on all aspects of hydration and nutrition. This will be supported by the transformation team using recognised quality improvement methodology to achieve rapid and sustainable change.”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
Page 2 · response
Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Improve weekend and bank-holiday clinical handovers.

Verbatim wording from the response

“We have discussed his case with consultants across all clinical business groups and agreed the following Trust wide actions:”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
Page 2 · response
Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Implement an action plan addressing identified Ward D2 improvement areas.

Verbatim wording from the response

“As part of the governance processes for the Trust, quality and care standards are monitored through the completion of audits which are reviewed at service level on a monthly basis and reported for further assurance through to the Trust’s Patient Safety and Quality Group (PSQG). These are quality metrics which are completed by the senior nursing team and are discussed at ward, business group and Trust quality meetings.”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
Page 3 · response
Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent position was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

The patient’s care was stable post-operatively, and the response does not accept that poor ward care probably contributed to his death.

Verbatim wording from the response

“Mr Kerr’s medical care on ward D2 was poor and probably contributed to his death.”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
Page 1 · response
Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent position was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

The records showed positive, though declining, fluid balance, so the response disputes that the patient became increasingly dehydrated.

Verbatim wording from the response

“Between 24th and 26th April 2019, Mr Kerr was allowed to become increasingly dehydrated; on 24th April he received a total of 300mls of fluid and the input/output chart was not filled in on 25th/26th April, despite the fact that he was seriously unwell.”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
Page 2 · response
Published 18 May 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent position was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Weekend and bank-holiday on-call medical cover was considered sufficient, with intervention provided when the patient required it.

Verbatim wording from the response

“Mr Kerr did not receive an orthogeriatric review on the 22 April as this was a bank holiday weekend. Our usual practice, during weekend and bank holidays, is for the on-call team of doctors to provide care should the need for their intervention arise. In Mr Kerr’s case, this happened on 2 occasions. Further reviews were well detailed and patient-centric. He was reviewed from the 23 April 2019, by both the orthopaedic and orthogeriatric teams. The majority of the interventions were provided by the orthogeriatric team, as being physicians they are best placed to manage Mr Kerr’s medical conditions during his post-operative recovery and rehabilitation. He was also reviewed daily by the Orthopaedic team.”

Source location

2020-0100-Response-from-Stockport-NHS-Foundation-Trust_Redacted-1
Page 1 · response
Published 18 May 2020

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