Question

During a medication error a patient suffers moderate harm. What is the clinician's duty of candour response?

Accepted Answer

Offer a sincere apology, explain what happened, implications and actions, and document

Answer

Say nothing until the investigation is complete

Answer

Provide written information only

Answer

Apologise but avoid sharing details

Answer

Notify the coroner

Practice question

During a medication error a patient suffers moderate harm. What is the clinician's duty of candour response?