Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
Man requires two amputations after incomplete ambulance assessment
Wednesday 26 May 2021, 04:15 AM

Deputy HDC Kevin Allan
A ruling from deputy health and disability commissioner Kevin Allan finds shortcomings in communication and teamwork in care provided by an ambulance service. Zahra Shahtahmasebi reports
An incomplete assessment by an ambulance team resulted in a man undergoing two amputations, a ruling from the deputy health and disability commission
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