Question

A 72-year-old woman dies peacefully on the medical ward after treatment for pneumonia. You have seen her daily for the last week and are confident of the cause of death. According to current guidance, who may complete the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD)?

Accepted Answer

A registered medical practitioner who has attended the deceased and can state the cause of death to the best of their knowledge

Answer

Only the consultant in charge of the ward

Answer

Any doctor who has ever met the patient

Answer

Only a coroner

Answer

Only a GP who knew the patient before admission

Practice question

A 72-year-old woman dies peacefully on the medical ward after treatment for pneumonia. You have seen her daily for the last week and are confident of the cause of death. According to current guidance, who may complete the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD)?