OF16: Sudden Death/ Coroners Act Flashcards
1
Q
SCUMBIE
A
suicide cause unknown unnatural/ violent medical birth institutional enactment ??
2
Q
when MUST a coroner request an inquest
A
suicide
institutional
unknown cause
- all other are discretionary
3
Q
attending a sudden death
need to do’s
A
a) first aid
b) scene exam
c) verify death
d) attain medical cert if possible
e) identify the deceased
f) remove to morge
4
Q
what is the definition of a missing person
A
any person who is reported missing to police AND whose wherabouts is unknown AND there are fears for the safety or concerns for welfare of that person
5
Q
types of missing persons
A
voluntary
involuntary
lost
missing overseas
