Fetal surveillance
This case story is based on real events and NHS Resolution is sharing the experience of those involved to help prevent a similar occurrence happening to patients, families and staff.
Intermittent auscultation (IA) of the fetal heart rate in the second stage of labour
This case story is fictional but is a reflection of cases submitted to the NHS Resolution Early Notification scheme. The purpose is to share the experience of those involved to help prevent similar occurrences happening to patients, families and staff. It should prompt organisations to …
Retained foreign object post procedure
From 1st April 2015 to 31st March 2020, NHS Resolution received 800 claims for incidents of retained foreign object post procedure. Out of these 800 claims, 454 were settled with damages paid , 193 without merit and 153 remain open.
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Good practice management of the antenatal CTG
This case story is based on real events and NHS Resolution is sharing the experience of those involved to help prevent a similar occurrence happening to patients, families and staff.
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Guidance to parties on Premises disputes
On 19 May 2020, NHS Resolution amended the guidance issued to parties involved in PCD cases regarding submissions and evidence in order to facilitate the efficient and effective determination of disputes. The guidance (as detailed below) is set-out in first-step letters to parties seeking submissions.
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Primary Care Appeals – interim approach to awarding interest
The purpose of this note is to set out the interim approach of Primary Care Appeals to the consideration of awarding interest including the guiding principles and process involved. The interim approach set out in this note is subject to review and evaluation.
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A summary of: The Early Notification scheme progress report
This leaflet has been produced as an overview to highlight the: key findings of the report six recommendations information on our collaborative partners and other resources available on our website including information on supporting staff and families
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Supporting general practice – Medical record keeping
This video outlines the key components of good medical record keeping and highlights common mistakes to avoid. It is part of a series of videos aimed at supporting general practice by sharing learning from claims. Other videos in the series will appear here in the coming …
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