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ModerateEthics & ProfessionalismDeath certificationuk-plab-1

A 52 year old man dies on the respiratory ward from hospital acquired pneumonia. You are the foundation year 2 doctor who has cared for him during this admission. You saw him daily on the ward and reviewed him on the day before death. There are no suspicious circumstances. According to current guidance for England and Wales, who is eligible to complete the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death?

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