Deceased
Barry Neil Munnings
Demographics
86y, male
Date of death
2021-12-04
Finding date
2023-01-30
Cause of death
pneumonia
AI-generated summary
An 86-year-old man with emphysema, heart disease, cognitive impairment and recent pneumonia admissions fell in a nursing home bathroom and sustained rib fractures and T4 vertebral fracture. He was assessed as medium falls risk despite risk-taking behaviours and non-compliance with supervision. Discharged from hospital with pain relief and physiotherapy, his condition deteriorated within 24 hours. He developed pneumonia and died within 3 days. The coroner found inadequate falls risk assessment and documentation, noting he should have been classified as high risk. Bed sensors were not considered. Clinicians should ensure comprehensive falls risk assessment in frail elderly patients with cognitive impairment and previous falls, implement appropriate interventions like bed/chair alarms, and maintain clear documentation of reasoning and strategies.
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