Miss Cristina Palacin Garcia
Neuro-Oncology Clinical Nurse
Recognition of Neurological Deterioration involves identifying changes in a patient's neurological condition that may signal urgent complications, such as intracranial bleeding, raised intracranial pressure or stroke. Assessment includes consciousness, pupil responses, limb movement, vital signs and trends in neurological observations. Prompt escalation and appropriate intervention are essential. Independent expert witnesses can evaluate monitoring, recognition of warning signs, communication, escalation and potential consequences of delayed treatment in Clinical Negligence proceedings.