A foundation doctor on a medical ward notices that an overworked consultant repeatedly signs off abnormal test results without reviewing patients, lea...

Question

A foundation doctor on a medical ward notices that an overworked consultant repeatedly signs off abnormal test results without reviewing patients, leading to delayed treatment. The doctor is worried patients are being put at risk. What is the most appropriate first action?

Accepted Answer

Raise the concern with an appropriate local senior, such as the clinical director or governance lead, following local policy

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Ignore the issue because the consultant is senior

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Post anonymously about the concern on social media

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Report directly to the media

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Confront the consultant aggressively on a busy ward round

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Whistleblowing and raising concerns

A foundation doctor on a medical ward notices that an overworked consultant repeatedly signs off abnormal test results without reviewing patients, leading to delayed treatment. The doctor is worried patients are being put at risk. What is the most appropriate first action?