Verification of Life Extinct in Children

Purpose

To develop the knowledge, skills, confidence and competence required to verify life extinct in a child when death is expected.

Learning Outcomes

• Discuss the legal, ethical and professional principles underpinning a registered nurse's role in verifying life extinct in a child when death is expected.
• Differentiate between verification of life extinct and certification of the cause of death.
• Recognise circumstances which verification is inappropriate and describe the appropriate escalation and management pathway.
• Identify the required documentation, communication and notification processes following verification.
• Demonstrate through simulation the process of verification of life extinct in children.

Audience

Registered Nurses

Method

Face to face delivery

Supervised Practice

Following this theoretical component the participant must engage with an appropriate skilled practitioner, in their clinical area, to further develop a greater knowledge and understanding of this person-centred care activity. This will involve supervised practice  which should be completed within 12 weeks to consolidate learning and application to practice.

It is the responsibility of the individual participant to complete this activity and to confirm completion with their line manager.

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