Overview
The complainant (Ms C) raised concerns that her brother (Mr A) was unable to walk without aids after his discharge from Hairmyres Hospital (the Hospital) and that this had not been detected prior to his discharge.
Specific complaint and conclusion
The complaint which has been investigated is that Mr A’s mobility was not adequately assessed prior to his discharge from the Hospital (upheld).
Redress and recommendations
The Ombudsman recommends that Lanarkshire NHS Board (the Board) remind relevant staff of the need to take measures to prevent foot drop and to record all relevant information in patients’ clinical records.
The Board have accepted the recommendations and will act on them accordingly.