Question

A 63-year-old man is given four times the prescribed dose of Insulin in error and develops hypoglycaemia requiring intravenous dextrose. He recovers fully. According to the duty of candour and GMC guidance, what is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Openly explain what happened, apologise, and document and report the incident

Answer

Do not tell the patient as no long-term harm occurred

Answer

Tell the patient only if he asks

Answer

Alter the notes to minimise your involvement

Answer

Blame the nursing staff and avoid personal responsibility

Practice question

A 63-year-old man is given four times the prescribed dose of Insulin in error and develops hypoglycaemia requiring intravenous dextrose. He recovers fully. According to the duty of candour and GMC guidance, what is the most appropriate action?