Question

A 72-year-old man dies on the medical ward from presumed pneumonia. You have looked after him for 5 days and are confident of the cause of death. There are no suspicious circumstances. According to current guidance, who should complete the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD)?

Accepted Answer

A medical practitioner who attended the deceased during their last illness

Answer

Any doctor in the hospital, regardless of involvement

Answer

Only the GP can complete it

Answer

The most junior doctor on call, even if they never met the patient

Answer

Only the coroner can complete the certificate

Practice question

A 72-year-old man dies on the medical ward from presumed pneumonia. You have looked after him for 5 days and are confident of the cause of death. There are no suspicious circumstances. According to current guidance, who should complete the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD)?