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Death in Waikato Hospital ED found to be 'an acute unexpected incident'

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RNZ | Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa
Death in Waikato Hospital ED found to be 'an acute unexpected incident'
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Health New Zealand is implementing new national guidelines for emergency department patient monitoring following an 'acute unexpected incident' at Waikato Hospital. The review concluded that the death was unavoidable but prompted a standardization of safety protocols.

A rapid clinical review of a man's death in the emergency department of Waikato Hospital will lead to new national guidelines and improved signage in waiting rooms.

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