Deceased
Bruce Robert Allan
Demographics
70y, male
Date of death
2016-12-25
Finding date
2018-07-11
Cause of death
Cause unascertained - possibly positional asphyxia or arrhythmic event secondary to ischaemic heart disease
AI-generated summary
Bruce Allan was a 70-year-old man with multiple disabilities who resided in a DHHS managed facility. He was found out of bed in a slumped position with his head tucked under his body. Despite resuscitation attempts, he could not be revived. Autopsy revealed cause of death was unascertained, though he had severe coronary atherosclerosis and the position suggested possible positional asphyxia. The coroner found no preventability issues. Medical care and management were deemed reasonable and appropriate, and no falls prevention concerns were identified. The coroner identified no prevention matters requiring further investigation.
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