BRIS-184 Response Historic

Ensure children are cared for in paediatric environments by qualified professionals

Recommendation

Children should always (save in exceptional circumstances, such as emergencies) be cared for in a paediatric environment, and always by healthcare professionals who hold a recognised qualification in caring for children. This is especially so in relation to paediatric intensive care.

Published Evidence Summary
The following publicly available evidence relates to this recommendation:
No formal government response has been recorded for this recommendation. No independent verification has been carried out.
Sources
Based on tracking data in the inquiry database.
How was this evidence gathered?
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This recommendation applies across many organisations. The evidence above reflects central policy activity; adoption in individual organisations may vary.
Jurisdiction
UK-wide
Response
Historic

No government response recorded.

Source
Report Bristol Heart Inquiry — Final Report 18 Jul 2001
Recommendation age 24.9 yrs
Last formal update No formal updates